Randy Arozarena production has been down to start this campaign. Although in the recent series against the Tigers he hit a home run and improved his statistics with the bat, the Cuban has not been able to maintain a positive streak on offense. So far this season, Arozarena has swatted 15 hits, with 12 runs scored, seven RBIs, three home runs and is hitting a lowly .158.
The Rays outfielder spoke with ESPN about the work he is doing to try to improve the offense and be able to contribute more to the team. “I’m not doing anything different, I’m trying to keep my training routine the same and trust in God, it’s hard work to maintain yourself at a high level in this game,” Arozarena said.
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In reference to his slow start, Arozarena had this to say, “I have not been able to produce as I wanted, but it is not something that worries me, I have to continue working to help the team.” “I pay a lot of attention to what the coaches tell me, because they see what I am doing from the outside and help me correct what I am not doing well, but the most important thing is to trust in yourself and the talent you have.”
While Randy hasn’t been producing offensively for the Rays, he has still been solid on defense in the Tampa outfield,“It is very satisfying to be able to contribute to the defense, because if you are not doing anything on offense you can still help the team win with a great play on defense. “It’s a long season and it’s just starting. I’m also not worried about what’s happening right now with my offense.”
The Rays are tied for last place in the American League East Division with Toronto and are four games behind Baltimore, which is the division leader. Tampa’s next series is against the White Sox, one of the teams with the lowest winning percentages in MLB, so they will have to take advantage of the games with Chicago to improve their record and try to get in sync.