Michael Barrett To DL/ Bard Still A Switch Hitter?
The Padres have been bitten by the injury bug once again as they plan on sending catcher Michael Barrett to the 15 day disabled listed due to concussion like symptoms. The Friars plan on calling Pete LaForest (29 HR's) up from Portland for the second time this season.
Did you see that:
When switch hitting catcher, Josh Bard, pinch hit for the injured Michael Barrett in the 6th against a right handed reliever he walked into an unfamiliar territory ~ the right handed batters box. His game changing 2 run triple in the Padres 5 run 11th was as a right handed hitter slashing a line drive into the right field corner...he was facing another RHP. Bard has been far more successful as a right hander, hitting .391 compared to just .227 as a lefty. Is the switch hitting a thing of the past for Bard?
posted by scott at
10:56 PM
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4 Comments:
I wonder if new hitting coach Wally Joyner had anything to do with Bard's decision... The bottom line is that he should do what's working for him.
August 11, 2007 10:20 AM
He's doing it again - Bard hit right handed against Bronson Arroyo in the second inning. This is a Friar Forum exclusive (not sure why, but we haven't seen it reported, mentioned or otherwise discussed anywhere).
August 12, 2007 10:39 AM
Scott... I like the website... no... I had no idea about Bard hitting that much better from the right side... that's interesting. my brother Todd is interested in helping out for your site if you need help.. he'll be posting on the site soon...
August 12, 2007 1:06 PM
Hey Scott,
This is Tim's brother, Todd. He mentioned your site to me and I would love to assist where possible. As you probably know from speaking with Tim, I am a Padres nerd as well. i am always watching updates, news, farm system, etc...
Let me know how I can help and I will assist where possible.
Very cool you guys got this going!! I frequent many sites and could help where needed.
Let me know.
Todd@abovealladvertising.net
858-405-0274
August 12, 2007 1:07 PM
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