Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 6, 2021
The Cubs want their outfielders thinking about adjustments, not analytics
MESA, Ariz. — Analytics have changed how the baseball industry views many areas of the game, from production to lineup construction to defense.
While some analytics have helped the game, others sometimes have made it more difficult for players to use their natural instincts.
Striking a balance between what is too much and what is just enough is a constant battle teams and players have to deal with. Defensive positioning in the outfield is one such area where that balance comes into play.