There’s no shortage of opportunity for Amed Rosario in the Mets lineup. The 23-year-old shortstop spent much of May leading off for New York, getting on base ahead of Rookie of the Year candidate Pete Alonso and 2017 All-Star Michael Conforto. Never known for his power, Rosario could remain a speedy slap hitter, relying on a solid on-base percentage to kickstart the lineup. Or so the thinking went.
Even with plenty of reps atop New York’s lineup, Rosario has failed to make himself comfortable. He’s slashing .194/.247/.389 in his last 17 starts, a stretch that’s included 18 strikeouts and just one stolen base.