An offseason for Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta usually consists of a stint in the Venezuelan Winter League, an opportunity for him not only to gain experience but also sharpen his skills for the start of spring training.
But the wrist injury he suffered late last season prevented him from playing winter ball, and so when Cactus League games began this month, Peralta felt an unusual sensation at the plate.
“In the beginning, I was feeling really uncomfortable,” Peralta said. “I wasn’t seeing the ball or picking it up well.”
Peralta says he’s fine now, in large part, he says, because he was able to play in five of the past six games entering Sunday after having asked manager Chip Hale for extra at-bats.