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The Under-Appreciated Bucs NotesThe quote of all quotes from the mind of Slawo:"That's what it takes to win," said Lawton. "If you are just out there playing the game and not trying to do the little things that's going to help you get the advantage, of course you're going to be a team that's not going to hit well with guys in scoring position."Taken out of context, one might feel a connection with Lawton; he said, "do the little things" he must be an outstanding player. Under further inspection, the focus of Lawton's comments is towards the practice of sign stealing. Now, he may be right about how everyone does it, I don't know. I do know that my ninth grade algebra teacher would constantly brag about how he could figure signs out after an inning, so it's not unexpected. But Matt Lawton? Little things? Like stealing signs? No. You worry about catching the ball, backing up plays down the line, and sliding into second base. Maybe if you watch the pitcher and not the catcher, you might notice if he's making a pick-off move. I hate you and I want you gone. The notebook goes on to inadvertently provide more reason for McClendon's release by discussing his handling of Ryan Doumit along with the other mid-season call ups under his tenure. Then it set's up Duke for a cruddy outing tonight, and mentions Craig's nack for hitting singles in his rehab stint, picking up right where he left off. posted by Rory at 6:30 PM | |
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