We’re arguably a better squad on paper than last year across the board but especially on defence. Will that translate into a repeat of 1982’s fine result? One can only hope so.
So Kong moves to 1B, Johnny Ray to 2B and UL steps into SS, while Van starts at LF in the strong side of a platoon with Tony Armas.
With him in his walk year, we’re going to use Jerry Reuss in a late-inning BP role to start off with and see how things go. Andy Hassler starts the season at AA and Kent Tekulve will likely join him when Victor returns from the IL.
Our MiLB trawl nets Steve Nicosia, Ed Whitson and Rick Langford.
