Why Matt Shaw could become an unexpected X-factor for the Red Sox lineup
The Sox need some help offensively, and getting Matt Shaw could be an underrated way to do it.
Why Matt Shaw could become an unexpected X-factor for the Red Sox lineup originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Boston Red Sox are having real trouble with their offense, and while they have an amazing pitching staff, they have one dud in Brayan Bello .
One of the biggest troubles with their offense is their third baseman Caleb Durbin’s inability to put the ball in play consistently. While he’s a great defender, his offense has been deplorable . With that in mind, finding a replacement for him, possibly just temporarily, could benefit Boston.
That’s where Chicago Cubs star Matt Shaw comes in. Matt Shaw is an upgrade © David Richard-Imagn Images Shaw is currently benched for the Cubs, as Alex Bregman took his position at third base, and they already have a second baseman in Nico Hoerner. Both are on long-term deals, so the only time he gets to play is filling in in the outfield.
Right now, he’s slashing . 245/. 294/.