Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Garrett Jones is leading the team in at bats this spring, but still is not getting the hits he would like. He is not discouraged, but remains focused on preparing for the long season ahead.
"Numbers wise, its not going well," Jones said prior to a recent game in Bradenton, Florida. "But overall, I'm trying to get my swing down. Physically, I'm feeling great. I'm just getting ready for the season."
After 15 games, Jones has eight hits in 40 at bats. Three of those hits were homeruns. He is second on the club in RBI's with 12.
Jones played 30 games at first base for the Pirates last season, 39 in right field, and 15 in left field. He is projected to be the team's starting right fielder on opening day.
He is hoping to build on his 2009 stats, when he belted 21 ...
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Garrett Jones Looks Forward To Another Season with the Pirates
Posted: 25th March 2010 by George Campbell in MLBComments Off on Garrett Jones Looks Forward To Another Season with the Pirates