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UConn in the MLB: Husky alumni struggling during first weeks of shortened season

With MLB’s abridged season in full swing, other than a couple teams dealing with COVID-19 in their clubhouse, it’s time to check in on UConn’s professional alumni playing in The Show.

Most of them have struggled out of the gate with George Springer, Nick Ahmed, and Matt Barnes all amidst a schneid, but Anthony Kay had some bright spots in his season debut. Let’s take a closer look at how each former Husky is doing so far:

George Springer

The Houston Astros’ leadoff hitter really struggled out of the gate. In his first five games, he had just one hit – a solo shot off Nestor Cortes Jr.