New Low

The Twins lost again. The offense is really failing this team. As I said previously I think the problem is the hitters unwillingness to work the count and take walks.

But a team can not contend if a player like Jason Tyner is your DH and you bat him in the lead off position. This season he is projected to creat 3.5 runs per 27 outs. Last year, in a career year, he created 5 runs per 27 outs. It was a career year and he was slightly above average.

Last season was an abberation. There is no evidence that he will not continue to have an OBP in the low .300s and a SLG to match.

The leadoff batter has more plate appearances than any other player. He should be 1 of your best players at getting on base. Tyner does not do that. If he had to play batting him last is the best option.