The Cincinnati Reds traded Jay Bruce to the New York Mets for Dilson Herrera. Herrera looked like a future power hitting second baseman. Now Scooter Gennett is trying fill that role.
Gennett came over via waivers at the end of spring training from the Milwaukee Brewers. He was brought in to back-up at second and third, but has been taking more playing time as a starter. When Zack Cozart missed time with a quad injury, Gennett started everyday at second base and did admirably.
Gennett was a three year starter for the Milwaukee Brewers at second base the past three years.