PT TOMORROW: NL Central—Lake may be taking step forward
May 23 2014
Justin Ruggiano (OF, CHC) is nearing the beginning of a rehab assignment, as he makes his way back from a hamstring strain that sidelined him in late April. He's not going to make a huge impact, or take on a major role, but his arrival is likely to cut into the playing time of Nate Schierholtz (OF, CHC), who continues to scuffle.
Schierholtz put up a career year in 2013, as he hit 21 home runs, his first time reaching double digits in that category. He seemed like a poor bet to repeat, but has fallen well short of expectations, hitting just .206 with no home runs in 136 at-bats.
Both players are capable of playing left field, though neither have appeared there this season. Junior Lake (OF, CHC) owners hope that will...
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