"While improved defense as a result of moving from the outfield to first base would be a helpful, it won't fix the hefty platoon split Sheets had last season. He posted a 119 wRC+ against righties while struggling to the tune of an 89 wRC+ against same-handed pitching. That difference was mostly seen in the power department; Sheets slugged 17 of his 19 homers against right-handers in 2025, as well as 37 of his 48 extra-base hits overall."
"Such an addition could also factor into the DH mix, which has been unsettled by Sheets moving over to first. Offseason signing Sung-Mun Song and youngster Will Wagner could both factor in at the position, though they'll also get the opportunity to handle some first base duties behind Sheets as needed. Song's versatility as an infielder capable of handling first, second, or third base creates an opportunity for the DH slot in the lineup to be used to rest reg"
Luis Arraez departed for San Francisco on a one-year deal, opening first base for San Diego. Gavin Sheets projects to get the initial opportunity at first base. Sheets slashed .252/.317/.429 with a 111 wRC+ across 145 games, while poor outfield defense dragged his overall value down. A return to first base could recover defensive value and complement his 2025 offensive production. Sheets showed a large platoon split: a 119 wRC+ versus right-handers and an 89 wRC+ versus same-handed pitching, with 17 of his 19 homers coming against righties. Adding a right-handed first baseman and using Sung-Mun Song or Will Wagner as DH/backup could address lineup balance.
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