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Rockies have centered their outfield rotation around Ian Desmond, and he’s trying to grant himself some grace | The Athletic ($)

In an article that is sure to induce mixed reactions, Nick Groke writes about Ian Desmond’s role in center field for the Rockies, and how Ian’s lack of experience is being balanced by a sudden offensive resurgence. Ian is blunt in his comments to Groke, and goes as far as to say, “this isn’t something that comes naturally to me,” and “I don’t have a ton of instincts out there.” Not exactly the kind of thing you love to hear from one of the “everyday guys.