Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – Perhaps if Troy Glaus were a young player trying to win a job, he’d be a bit more excited about an 8-for-8 hitting streak.
But as a veteran power hitter getting accustomed to a new position – first base — while preparing for a season that doesn’t start for 3-1/2 weeks, he keeps things in perspective.
“It’s nice to see hits, it’s positive reinforcement,” said the 6-foot-6 converted third baseman, who has eight consecutive singles to raise his spring average to .750, highest in the majors.
“But I’ve been doing this long enough that it doesn’t matter right now. I’ve had good springs, I’ve had bad springs, I’ve had in-between springs. It doesn’t matter….
“I’d much rather get no hits here and three hits on April 4, than get 30 hits down here and none on April 4.”
The former American League home-run champion is 9-for-12 with one double and ...read more
Posted by: Atlanta Braves with David O'Brien.
