Xander Bogaerts Padres-The Final Key to World Series Win?
The Padres definitely had themselves a true ‘winter meetings’ this offseason! In just about every piece of possible player signing news the Pads were all up in the mix. So when the Xander Bogaerts Padres signing hit the baseball airwaves there wasn’t much shock.
The team is due. Major work is steadily being put in to help San Diego inch ever closer to their End Game, the World Series. Last season, a blockbuster trade rushed in slug studs Juan Soto, Brandon Drury, Josh Bell; and power arm Josh Hader to the roster.
On paper, such a dynamic trade is a freaking masterpiece. Social channels everywhere in unison heralded that the Padres were indeed… STACKED. The result?
A deep postseason run, BARELY missing the World Series. Hurts. However, it shows that the Padres can not only get close to getting a title; BUT beat really good teams in the process.
Teams that many feel the Pads could not demolish. Yet, down went two 100-win teams. The Mets and the dudes of blue, The Dodgers.
Xander Bogaerts Padres-The Final Key to World Series Win?
So then, how do you improve a team that narrowly missed out on having a chance to bring home a title? AJ Preller put it best, you bring on an additional pitcher and BIG BAT! Mission accomplished.
While Xander may not be all about the Home Run; he IS still a major threat at bat. His singles and doubles get him on base and brings in runners on base. How was Bogaerts stats during the 2022 season?
He batted a .307 AVG with 73 RBIs. When you think about all the times the Padres left runners stranded on base during the regular season and postseason; having those extra 73 RBIs start looking like candy in a candy store.
Having the ability to bring in guys out on a base changes game results. Yes, while a home run is flashy and fun for fans. A consistent bat that can help haul guys in, is just as helpful, if not necessary.
Therefore, Xander Bogaerts is certainly the guy for the Pads. He’s a missing link that helps complete the chain of success they are steadily building each day. Moreover, Xander will join Soto, Manny and the return of Fernando Tatis Jr. during the 2023 season. It’s sure going to be a wild ride to watch!
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