Luis Robert Jr., the Chicago White Sox center fielder, is experiencing a significant downturn in performance this season compared to his previous All-Star year. Despite an aggressive approach leading to an MLB-high 17 stolen bases, his batting averages have plummeted, reflecting challenges both mentally and in timing. Robert emphasizes that overthinking at the plate affects his decision-making and ability to hit strikes, leading to frustration as he strives to replicate his past successes during his preparation.
Everybody here works hard to get the results every day. When you are working hard and the results aren't there, it's sad. You feel a little sad for sure.
There are some days where I'm thinking too much. And then I'm missing the pitches right in the heart of the strike zone.
When I'm playing well, I step to the plate not thinking of anything - I just go out and perform.
I think it's because of that, because I'm thinking too much. I think I'm thinking the pitches that are balls instead of pitches that are being thrown as strikes.
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