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Houston Astros: Reid Brignac Trying to Become a Switch-Hitter

Signed as a left-handed hitter, the 31-year-old veteran is now attempting to become a switch hitter. Reid Brignac, a career .219 hitter, came to major league camp this spring with little chance to make the team. But it turns out that he has a trick up his sleeve for this club.

The nine-year veteran is attempting to maximize the amount of at bats he receives, as well as lengthen his career. He could absolutely use a boost in performance against left-handed pitching. He is hitting an abysmal .161 in his career against lefties. As opposed to his .