Key Subtractions
Daniel Murphy:
This was touched on before, but everyone knew what they were getting with Daniel Murphy.
This guy doesn’t strike out. He makes contact (lots of it), he doesn’t hit home runs (unless it’s the playoffs, as he’ll hit one in six straight games), and he’s just a terrible second baseman.
Replacing a .280 average, 14 bombs, and 73 RBI that comes from Murph with about the same offensive output and better defense from Neil Walker is a deal you take nine of the 10 times it’s offered.
Of course, seeing Murphy in a Washington Nationals uniform is slightly aggravating, as he’s bound to break many Amazin’ hearts at least once or twice this season.
Juan Uribe:
What will be missed of Juan Uribe really has nothing to do with what he brought to the table on the diamond.
Instead, it was his clubhouse antics and overall ability to bring a team together that will not be forgotten.
