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Glove Over Bat: The Surprising Metric Keeping A.J. Ewing in the Mets Lineup

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New York Mets rookie outfielder A.J. Ewing took over the leadoff spot earlier this summer. In response, he torched MLB pitching at a clip of .789 OPS during his first 222 plate appearances. However, the reality of a whole season forced the 22-year-old into the metaphorical brick wall. Since the All-Star break, Ewing’s .213 average […] The post Glove Over Bat: The Surprising Metric Keeping A.J. Ewing in the Mets Lineup appeared first on HEAVY.

First report: Why A.J. Ewing's Slump Shouldn't Be Long-Term Concern for Mets — si.com, 13d