According to manager Dave Martinez, the Washington Nationals appear to be putting an emphasis on the little things this offseason. That may mean trying some new concepts to get an edge on the competition, which could include a lesser-used concept of Outfield Swapping.
Recently on MLB Network, the concept was discussed relating to the Boston Red Sox usage in Game Three of the World Series. The usage of Outfield Swapping didn’t garner much attention in this instance because the game itself was the marathon 17 inning affair, but it was an intriguing idea.
Because the game was in Los Angeles, therefore using National League rules, J.