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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

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Joe Maddon & The Batted Ball Platoon Strategy

Spring is here. After months of sitting without on-field action, teams have reported, the weather is nice, and the giddy feeling ignoring the world from seven until ten every night for the next half-year is bubbling. At the same time, … Continue reading

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