Trent Grisham’s Recent Struggles: A Deep Dive into His Performance
Trent Grisham made an impressive start to the season, but fans have recently noticed a decline in his batting statistics. Despite this cooling off period, manager Aaron Boone believes that Grisham’s quality of at-bats remains strong, indicating good fundamentals even during a slump.
Grisham’s Early Season Success
At the start of the season, Grisham showcased his potential:
- Batting Average: .294
- On-Base Plus Slugging (OPS): 1.025
- Home Runs: 12
- Walks: 13
- Strikeouts: 23
However, in a stark contrast over the last 20 games leading up to Friday, Grisham’s performance has dipped significantly:
- Batting Average: .155
- OPS: .519
- Home Runs: 1
- Walks: 14
- Strikeouts: 23
Aaron Boone’s Take on Grisham’s Performance
Before the Yankees’ victory over the Red Sox (9-6), Boone stated:
"Really good — for me, not much has changed. Generally speaking, he gets deep in the count and isn’t chasing. Just hasn’t got a lot of results lately hit-wise, but I think the quality of at-bats has been there the entirety of the season."
Even on challenging days, Grisham has showcased his ability to get on base, which Boone attributes to his consistent approach at the plate.
Underlying Metrics Support Boone’s Confidence
Grisham’s statistical metrics provide insight into his sustained at-bat quality:
- Chase Rate: 16.3% (98th percentile)
- Barrel Rate: 15.3% (89th percentile)
- Walk Rate: 12.8% (85th percentile)
These numbers reflect that while he hasn’t been getting hits, he continues to display excellent plate discipline and hitting ability.
Recent Game Insights
In the recent match against the Red Sox, Grisham continued his trend, going 1-for-4 with a walk that ignited a five-run first inning for the Yankees. Boone expressed optimism about Grisham’s performance, echoing sentiments about another player, Ben Rice, who is also working through similar struggles despite hitting the ball hard.
“Both of those guys, we’ve seen their averages come down a little bit, but to me, they’re still really putting together good at-bats,” Boone commented.
Other Notable Team Updates
Devin Williams Shines in Relief
In relief, Devin Williams secured his seventh save of the season during a pressure-free ninth inning, showcasing his control and sharpness.
Injury Updates
Luke Weaver received a PRP injection for his strained hamstring and is showing positive signs in his recovery. Boone remarked on Weaver’s progress, stating:
“He’s doing quite well. He’s pretty encouraged and optimistic considering the injury and the timeline.”
Weaver is currently on the 15-day injured list, with a recovery timeline of four to six weeks.
Giancarlo Stanton’s Rehabilitation
Giancarlo Stanton opted to stay in Tampa for more live at-bats and conditioning exercises. Boone suggested that a rehab assignment might be forthcoming next week.
In summary, while Trent Grisham’s batting numbers have taken a downturn, his underlying statistics and the insights from Boone suggest that there’s still promise as the season progresses. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for fans and analysts alike as they follow the Yankees’ journey. For more in-depth analysis on player performance, checking FanGraphs can provide comprehensive statistics and breakdowns.
