It's hard to believe that Rangers fans are ready to throw Mitch Moreland Under the bus and look for another option. First of all this is going to be his second full season in the majors. Which is a little premature to give up on the young first-baseman. Last year we found out he was dealing with an injured wrist that limited his production and eventually led to offseason surgery. How can you not respect a guy for playing through the pain and playing his heart out to help his team win the American league pennant?
The Rangers front office seems to think that he is poised to have a breakout year, and at the very least a very solid season to help this franchise. Don't believe what they said? The proof shows from the front offices lack of attempt to sign Prince Fielder who clearly wanted to play baseball at The Ballpark in Arlington.
Not to mention the Rangers aren't dealing with Chris Davis anymore. Moreland doesn't strike out as much as Davis, and doesn't chase horrible pitches. Chris Davis was a better defensive player. Moreland is no slouch but first base ins't a position where you play a lights out defensive player. Moreland is a patient batter who never gives in to a pitcher. Now that he is healthy and will be getting regular at bats against right handed pitchers we should see a very solid year out of Moreland.
The last thing to consider is that with the star studded Ranger line up they don't need Prince Fielder type production out of Moreland to continue to win. Sure that would be a huge bonus to add that presence to the line up, but Moreland is batting 9th on this team. So before jumping off the wagon remember his role on this team, and that he is a solid regular on any ball club. If he is good enough to start for a Juggernaut of an offensive team he would be playing for the other teams in the league as well. Patience, Moreland uses it at the plate. Try using it before giving up on the kid.
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