Let’s talk about defense. I hear your groans, but defense is a big part of the game and we need to discuss it from time to time just like you need to eat your vegetables. So here comes the airplane aka an examination of Josh Harrison’s defense this season.
As usual, Harrison has spent time at a few different posts, primarily at third base, which is a change of pace for him, as he is a second baseman by trade. Harrison has played 28 games at third, 22 at second and four in left field. It may pay off for the Pirates to keep putting Harrison at the hot corner, as he has three defensive runs saved at that position, while posting a combined -1 at second and in left.