I guess people were skinnier when Fenway was built, but that aisle directly behind the plate is narrower than any I've ever seen. How does it pass fire code for evacuation?
I'm about ready to admit that Buxton is never going to play more than half a season at an All-Star level. When he's available and not striking out three times a game, put Buxton in the lineup, but don't count on him for anything. The Taylor signing makes lots of sense and I'm ready to move on.
I thought that some of you might appreciate this piece about the early days of our franchise. You should be able to get through the paywall with this link:
https://wapo.st/41ilqeF
So typical of this team. Leadoff single. No attempt to move the runner along. Three guys don't hit home runs, Runner stranded at first,
I'm sorry, but this team is BORING!
There is a reason why his Win Probability Added has been consistently below his other statistics. He doesn't get many clutch hits. Just clutch paychecks.
They looked pretty lame in the first two KC games as well. It's early, but so far it's been feast or famine for the offense and, of course, since we have no piranhas to create runs, nothing happens when the sluggers are quiet.