The Boston Red Sox have one of the most legendary hitters in all of MLB history in their lineup, David Ortiz. The designated hitter is the undisputed face of the franchise in baseball’s modern era. Yet, in yesterday’s game, Ortiz came on as a pinch hitter, instead of a first baseman, to replace starting pitcher Joe Kelly in the late innings. There was a time when Ortiz would automatically be put at first when playing in a National League ballpark. Now, being 39, the Dominican native, who resides in Boston to be closer to ‘home’, has questions being asked of him.
Red Sox David Ortiz: Wake Up Before Sept. Ends
