Bruuuuuce.
It's a sound that Reds fans bellow every time Jay Bruce steps up to the plate.
Outsiders may think the noise is some sort of boo. The reality is quite the opposite—Bruce is a vital piece of the 2010 Cincinnati Reds, and the fans know it.
He has quickly become one of the most beloved players on the team.
After being touted as a "can't miss" prospect coming up, he has struggled to live up to lofty expectations. After a red-hot start to his pro career in '08, his bat has cooled off mightily.
Last year, Bruce began to fall in love with the long ball while failing to reach base at a consistent rate. He hit 22 home runs but hit just .223 with a .303 on-base percentage.
Bruce himself wasn't too pleased with his 2009 season.
"I was embarrassed with the way I played last ye ...
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Article written by Eric Ball
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