Trea Turner, who has adjusted the look of the Nationals lineup, is adjusting as pitchers get to know him. (Kathy Kmonicek/Associated Press)NEW YORK — Nationals Manager Dusty Baker cautions presumption and advocates a wait-and-see approach with Trea Turner. But Turner said he noticed an increase in the number of change-ups pitchers are throwing him lately, particularly from right-handers. You’ve got to make sure you pay attention.”Baker pointed out that off-speed stuff leads to the demise of many big-league dreams, because most major leaguers can hit fastballs. In other words, as pitchers have made their early adjustments, Turner has handled them.

Source: Washington Post September 04, 2016 21:31 UTC