Chance Sisco had a predictably up-and-down season

Evan Habeeb-USA TODAY Sports For most of his professional career analysts have been encouraged by Chance Sisco’s bat but concerned about his glove. Unfortunately, he didn’t do much to dispel those opinions throughout the shortened 2020 season.

Let’s start on a positive note.

Sisco did take a slight step forward offensively. His on-base percentage increased by 31 points, from .333 to .364. His OPS went up by 12 points, from .729 to .741. His OPS+ ballooned from 94 to 105. And his wRC+ jumped by 15 points, from 96 to 111.

Plate discipline was his standout category. His on-base percentage (.364) ranked third on the Orioles, and his 14% walk rate was even better, finishing second-best behind DJ…