Davey Martinez was clear earlier this week, when he switched things up in the lineup for the series finale in St. Louis, that the decision to move Victor Robles from the leadoff spot to the ninth spot was not a reaction to the 23-year-old outfielder’s relatively slow start.
Through his first eight games, Robles, who was transitioned to the leadoff role this spring by his manager, was 6 for 28 (.214/.353/.286) with a triple, four walks, and eight strikeouts in 34 plate appearances.
“I think he’s doing well,” Martinez said.
“And he’s getting his swing off on good pitches.