BSN Denver · Apr 27, 2017
Pat Valaika comments on his first start in left field
DENVER — With Ian Desmond‘s imminent return and the Rockies already carrying several backup infielders on the active roster in Alexi Amarista and Christian Adames, manager Bud Black is getting creative with his lineup.
Pat Valaika says he has been asked to work on his defense in the outfield, and today it will be put to the test as he makes his first start in left field.
“These are the things where you’re sort of excited about it. You sort of cross your fingers a little bit because he’s never played it. But you feel good about the player,” said Black.