The Braves are opening the season with a four-man bench. That group includes infielders Pablo Sandoval and Ehire Adrianza, catcher Alex Jackson and outfielder Ender Inciarte. It’s a temporary strategy, but it’s fair to be skeptical about the group offensively, especially regarding its power.
“We weren’t going to necessarily go anywhere and get that kind of power,” manager Brian Snitker said. “More than power, it’s about a good at-bat. Pablo gives us that. Adrianza has been swinging the bat well. It wasn’t a concern.”
To his credit, Jackson has immense power, though his struggles making contact have prevented it from shining through during his brief time in the majors.