Dodgers News: Chone Figgins Starting To Find His Groove Once More
After being invited to Dodgers’ Spring Training, Figgins reverted to his old ways and earned a roster spot with the Dodgers. In an article written by MLB.com’s Michael Lananna, Figgins says he has played with a chip on his shoulder his whole career:
“I’ve played with a chip on my shoulder from Day 1 of signing [to play] professional baseball, whether I was going good or whatever,” Figgins said. “I’ve always played with a chip on my shoulder. Not in a cocky way. It’s more of to keep getting better as a player.”
After being sent down to Triple-A Albuquerque for a brief period of time in April, Figgins has regained his form and has become a go-to player for manager Don Mattingly in a bench role. Figgins is batting .250 so far in this young season with three doubles and two stolen bases in a reserve role.
In Lananna’s article, Figgins also said his bat speed seems to be improving and he is starting to feel more comfortable at the plate:
“I’ve been putting a lot more better swings on the ball, so that’s a good sign,” Figgins said. “I’m driving some balls. I’m starting to play a little bit more, too. But as far as driving some balls, I’m starting to do that more, and I’m starting to hit my slots where I want to as far hitting balls in certain places.”
Figgins is definitely a good player to have coming off the bench. His speed can change the game at any time and he is a proven veteran who has played in big games throughout his career. The Dodgers should continue to use him at the appropriate time to help bolster a team that is in definite need to get on a hot streak.
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