April 27, 2008
Batting McLouth
Nate McLouth swatted two home runs today as the Pirates downed the Phillies 5-1. Adding in a walk, Nate raised his OBA to .414 and his slugging percentage to .627. Those numbers might actually be better served in the middle of the order, although their is something to be said for having your leadoff man have the best OBA on the team.
What the Pirates lack right now is someone who can get on base that isn't a slugger. Bay, Doumit and Nady are all middle of the order hitters, and everyone else in the lineup has an OBA under .300. McLouth in the #1 slot is probably the best deal for the Pirates right now.
Paul Maholm throws a two-hitter. He was a bit wild, issuing four walks, but the Philies couldn't get good wood on the ball as they were 2 for 24 putting the ball in play.
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