A Response

I agree with almost everything stated in the prior post. If berroa is hitting then I'm glad to have him back. We need all the offense we can get. I'm also good with him defensively for a few innings, the biggest concern is putting him in high-pressure situations, which is where we have had trouble and need help anyway.

I also agree with the sentiments about Gordon... why move him around? That only spells more miscues and stunted development. We all know this guy will come around, but why throw more at him when he's obviously a bit overwhelmed? This is just another case of buddy bell being a total and complete moron... honestly, how is this guy a major league manager? Why does no one see that he is terrible, and only prolonging the Royals' problems?

The one thing I disagree with is something already hinted at in the post. I'm not big on berroa in the 2 spot. Ideally the 2 spot is saved for someone that will take an out, but only to move the runners. The 2 spot has to be someone with GREAT bat control, they take what pitchers give them and hit to the opposite field a lot. If berroa can keep the strikeouts down (which is almost laughable at this point), then I could see him as an effective 2 spotter. But he has to put the ball in play almost every trip to the plate (whether or not he gets a hit). Basically a good 2 spotter is going to create all kinds of RBI for the big hitters, because he's getting runners into scoring position for the 3,4, and 5 guys. Really, they are the un-sung heroes of a successful lineup.

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