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Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin again making most of his opportunities; Michael Brantley concern

Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin has spent the season making the most of the opportunities he’s been given. They’ve been offered in spurts, and each time Naquin has responded.

Two of the those chances were unlocked thanks to Indians outfielders failing drug tests. The first was Abraham Almonte in the spring, which led to Naquin’s strong showing in Arizona and a spot on the Opening Day roster. The second came last week, when Marlon Byrd was suspended for 162 games for a second failed test. And there was a third promotion and demotion in-between them.

Naquin’s defense has left something to be desired in center field.