Rene Rivera‘s defense has helped the Tampa Bay Rays win several games this year. His offense has been another story. He has hit three home runs, but he’s batting just .162 with a .202 on-base percentage. Rivera had a career year last year for San Diego, but he has fallen right back to earth this season. The good news is that if we believe Rivera is not really a .169 hitter, he is poised to hit better over the next 90 games. But what if he doesn’t? The Rays have managed to cling to their lead in the AL East, but can they really hope to win the pennant with a regular catcher who hits under .
Can Tampa Bay Rays Contend If Rene Rivera Can’t Hit .200?
