Tag Archives: Platoon Splits
Optimizing Reid Brignac Playing Time
Similar to Carl Crawford – who was an everyday player regardless of his splits – there was some thought to Reid Brignac being above platoon duty prior to the 2011 season because of his defensive ability at a premium position. … Continue reading
Posted in Joe Maddon, On the Field, Skill talk
Tagged Batted Ball Platoon, Platoon Splits, platoons, Reid Brignac
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Matt Joyce, Jon Lester, And The Danks Theory…again.
The arrival of Johnny Damon – and to a lesser extent Manny Ramirez – will cost Matt Joyce the opportunity to be an everyday player for the Rays in 2011. Barring injury, Joyce will start against right-handed pitchers (whom he mashes) … Continue reading
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Tagged Jon Lester, Matt Joyce, Platoon Splits, Reverse Platoon Splits, The Danks Theory
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