Alex Verdugo was placed unexpectedly in the leadoff spot, challenging previous doubts about his performance. Despite initial skepticism, he delivered a solid start with a batting line of 4/10, totaling 2 doubles, 2 runs scored, and 2 RBIs. Although historical data indicated a decline in his ability to hit fastballs over the past two years, recent games saw his average exit velocity significantly increase, notably showing promise against four-seam fastballs. This small sample size has raised questions about his potential moving forward, hinting at a possible renaissance in his performance.
I wasn't crazy about it, but the bold move has worked out for 4/10, 2 doubles, 2 run scored and 2 RBI.
His ability to produce with the four-seam fastball has dropped over the two years. But in the last few games the average exit velocity is up to 92.3 overall and 101.7 on four-seam fastballs.
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