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I still don't get why Phil continues to play Everett versus tough righthanders. Lefties hit .100 point higher than righties against Padilla.


As much as some find it hard to believe, SS is a defensive position first and foremost. Because of the great pitching and sub-par offense the Astros have, defense is more important. The maybe .040-.050 BA increase you might get from Viz being out there is not enough to make up for Viz's lack of range, and rather weak arm for a SS.