March 11, 2009
The Bradley Statistics
Eric Seidman comments on Milton Bradley's quote about playing time with the Texas Rangers, and not wanting to play on days that might hurt his statistics. I think Eric gets it right. The first part of the quote is spot on, but offered with no humility. The second part of the quote, about not playing to preserve statistics, is dead wrong.
The Cubs have made a commitment to Bradley, but statistical preservation issues aside, he just is not very likely to be on the field all too often given his track record and the fact that the senior circuit will require his presence in the field. Bradley is, in my eyes, the most talented player of the last ten years who truly deserves to sign one-year deals each season.
I'd add Manny Ramirez to that list, but the point is well taken.