Starting Mike Tauchman Over Jay Bruce At First Base

I am someone who is optimistic that Jay Bruce can contribute some value offensively, but that’s no guarantee. In the last three seasons, he’s posted a mere 92 wRC+ and .305 wOBA, meaning he’s no sure thing at all. He’s a power bat and seeing a left-handed hitter is refreshing but is he the best option at 1B?

I think there’s a very compelling case that Mike Tauchman could be a better fit than Bruce in this role. Luke Voit being injured sucks, but if the Yankees are going to capitalize on an opportunity to get creative, why not? Let’s talk about Tauchman and this first base experiment.

First Base Is Not Important Defensively

While Tauchman is known for his outfield skills, he actually played…