In an ideal scenario, Harrison Bader’s top-notch defensive skills would have been enough to cover for his offensive shortcomings in the New York Yankees‘ lineup.
Bader, after all, is a sensational defender, known for his routinely dazzling plays in centerfield. When General Manager Brian Cashman swapped left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery for Bader at last year’s trade deadline, many saw it as a potential playoff game-changer.
To add context, Bader was dealing with plantar fasciitis at the time of the trade, sidelining him for several weeks before making a robust comeback in the postseason.
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Contrary to his regular-season struggles, Bader lit it up in the playoffs, boasting a .