Polanco hit just under .350 in his Indianapolis tenure and gives the Pirates what has the potential to be a multiple tool outfield for years to come with Starling Marte and Andrew McCutchen,but why the wait with the spectacular start by Polanco and the less than fast start by Pittsburgh?
The reason was to make Polanco ineligible for arbitration as a "Super 2" which takes spectacular young players that exceed their contracts and allow them to go to the arbitrator's table.
I can understand the financial reasons for a small market franchise to save money when they can,but in this case,I think the team made an error in judgement.
When you consider the Pirates playoff appearance last season and the teams expectations after such a great year,the blatant money issue could result in a loss of goodwill with the fan base.
And if the Pirates turn things around and just fall short of a playoff return?
One could make a case if Polanco plays well,that he could have been the difference over the less than sharp play of Jose Tabata and Travis Snider.
I'm going to try to watch tonight's game and be back tonight,if all goes as I hope....
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