The Right Field Dilemma

Albert Cesare via Imagn Content Services, LLCThe injury to Harrison Bader at the end of Spring Training allowed Justin Williams to be the starting right fielder on Opening Day for the St. Louis Cardinals. This was a big opportunity for Williams as he had just six plate appearances with St. Louis prior to this season. However, he has struggled to hit the ball in his first three games (which is a tiny sample size). Additionally, Austin Dean has also struggled to hit in his first few plate appearances. Since these are the only other outfielders besides Dylan Carlson and Tyler O’Neill on the roster, this presents a potential problem for the Cardinals if they do not heat up in the next couple of weeks.

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