There's been a ton of injury surrounding first base for the Yankees. Both Luke Voit and Edwin Encarnacion have been back and forth on the IL. Mike Ford is solid and having the time of his life, but there are questions as to if he's the answer.
Love this article from Empire Sports Media. It spells out a lot:
"The options including Encarnacion, Luke Voit, and Mike Ford, are a tricky bunch to sift through, despite the midseason trade acquisition likely filling in as a designated hitter. In that scenario, it ultimately boils down to Voit and Ford, both of which have had their ups and downs this season. Voit, who suffered a sports hernia and was on the injured list from July 31 to August 29, has been working through a significant slump. Just in September, Voit is hitting .194 (14-for-72) with only two homers, eight RBIs, and a .673 OPS over 22 games. More recently, he is 1-for-32 at the plate.
Even if Encarnacion makes his return from an oblique strain, the first base position remains wide open. Ford has been the better option lately considering his .259 batting average and 12 homers through 50 games. The first baseman has proven he can be a quality hitter at the plate and serviceable in the field. In September alone, Ford is slashing .364/.447/.727 with three homers and 10 RBIs. His play this month has proven he can be a quality option."
I have to tell you... I tend to give Ford his shot as well. I lean Ford! Put Voit or Encarnacion at DH and call it a day.
Whatever the case, I am really looking forward to this ALDS. It's going to be exciting, fun and stressful. As we all know, being a huge team all season means nothing going into the playoffs. Yanks just need to be tougher in a short series. Very excited to see. Can't wait.
Go Yanks!
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