Wouldn’t it figure?
Daniel Palka singled Wednesday after going hitless in 32 at-bats to start the season, and his reward is a trip to Triple-A Charlotte.
“The numbers kind of speak for themselves,” said Palka, who’s hitting .029 after going 1-for-3 in the 4-3, 10-inning loss to the Royals. “So competitively speaking, I myself would have done it earlier. I’m glad I got a chance. I’ll be working.”
Everything was looking up when Palka pinch-hit in the seventh for Yoan Moncada, who was taken out as a precaution after getting hit in the helmet with a throw while stealing second base.