When the Washington Nationals’ prized off-season acquisition, Adam Eaton, was lost for the season due to a knee injury, most Nats fans were calling for a trade to acquire a center fielder. However, Michael Taylor has filled in admirably and has proven that he deserves to play.
Taylor has always displayed great potential, but has never really been able to tap into it. Coming into this season, his results have been mediocre at best, and he has been among the most frustrating players to don the curly W. Last year was his best offensive season, posting a .