Article: Eddie Rosario: Sophomore Stud?

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How possible is it that effort to improve his plate discipline detracts from his production? Don't make him passive at the plate.

 

Possible, but he would do well to not swing at pitches far out of the zone. not only do you miss much more often, but any contact is usually weak, out-inducing contact.

 

BB rate is always a shorthand for plate discipline, but much more important is swinging at pitches in the zone. Walks usually follow at an acceptable rate.