It never fails. Teams will find a way to neutralize star players in the playoffs. Or, the pressure to perform will overwhelm them. This leaves it up to some else to step up. Facts are facts.
Doubt it? Check out the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS last year. Anthony Rizzo batted .214 with two runs batted in. Kris Bryant? A lofty .176, one home run and two RBI. The team was led by Kyle Schwarber (.500, 2 HR) and Jorge Soler (.571, 2 HR, 4 RBI).
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