Hinch w/ Palilo today: LinkMy notes below, link above if you got 15 minutes:-
Not a big fan of expanded rosters this time of year (could tell he didn't like all the CWS pitching changes)
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Thinks criticism of base-running is fair. "Outs on bases are noteworthy and aggravating." Will talk to players afterward about strategy, particularly depending on what part of MMP the ball was hit to if it was in play. "We don't celebrate the aggressive success as much as we criticize the negative results"
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On Correa struggles since his return: big keys will be strike zone judgment and direction. Trying to direct the ball and get hits can sacrifice power and focus on the strike zone. Giving him the day off tonight to reset his focus. Brought up the situation in Puerto Rico.
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On Carlos Beltran: he will get an opportunity because in the playoffs he will be able to handle the pressure. Not too far removed from some good games. Left handed is way better than right. His presence and leadership mean a lot to this team. Strike zone judgement has been good although it has not produced great results. Still has a few series left to formulate a game plan and see what direction they will go at not only the DH spot but other roster spots as well.
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On Indians and BoSox: Verlander and Keuchel most likely will not pitch in Boston. Those 4 games will be interesting. Chasing the Indians for best record but if things are already sowed up position-wise in that series the games might not be competitive. Some players will have to get reps against Boston regardless. Cannot expect guys to rest too much and then just turn it on all of a sudden in the playoffs.
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Asked who he would vote for 2nd in AL MVP: "Jose Ramirez"
