NASHVILLE — Though he acknowledges this is the best roster he’s been handed in four separate stints as a major-league manager, Dusty Baker does see aspects of the Nationals he’d like to improve.
Baker rattled off several needs Tuesday afternoon during his media session at the Winter Meetings: Left-handed pitching. Left-handed hitting. And speed, something the 66-year-old skipper feels has become overlooked around the sport.
“I think that’s the No. 1 thing that’s missing in the game: Speed,” Baker said. “You know, with the need for minorities, you can help yourself … you’ve got a better chance of getting some speed with Latin and African-Americans.