The article discusses the decisions made by manager Brian Snitker regarding the starting lineup upon Ronald Acuña's return. It highlights the surprising choice of Alex Verdugo over Eli White for the left field position, despite White's noticeable better performance metrics. With a stronger wRC+ rating than Verdugo, Eli White was expected to take the majority of starts, raising questions about the decision to give Verdugo priority and what this strategy may imply for the team's future lineup choices.
Alex Verdugo has a .295/.354/.386 line versus right hand pitching this year with a 109 wRC+. But White is hitting righties to the tune of a 124 wRC+ as well.
You're allowing a below-replacement player hit fifth, Snit.
I just assumed that with White outhitting, outfielding, and outrunning Verdugo that White would start.
Is this a one-off or the way forward?
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