Oscar Mercado’s call-up was one of the best moves the Indians have made all year. Not only did it enable the team to cut ties with the struggling Leonys Martin, it also provided a steadying presence to the lineup at a time when it was badly needed. As documented by Merritt Rohlfing, Mercado has been central to the team’s success this year.
For the team to continue to be successful, however, it might be time to make another call. Thank goodness September is almost here.
In the Cleveland outfield right now, perhaps only Yasiel Puig has a guaranteed spot in the daily lineup.