With the 2023 season over, an analysis was done on hitters who played through injuries, resulting in a 36-point drop in OPS and a 10% decrease in production. Historical data showed that 64.7% of hitters underperformed when playing through injuries, with 238 hitters falling below projections. Notable players like Adley Rutschman suffered performance declines after playing through injuries, highlighting the potential impact on players’ stats and overall performance.
The Washington Nationals traded lefty reliever Robert Garcia to the Texas Rangers for first baseman Nathaniel Lowe, a former Silver Slugger and Gold Glove Award recipient. Lowe, who won't be a free agent until 2026, brings a solid offensive and defensive presence to the Nationals lineup, which ranked low in runs scored and wRC+ last season. In addition to acquiring Lowe, the Rangers also added reliever Jake Burger earlier in the offseason, freeing up funds...
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