Strange Life of Daniel Nava

Last year Daniel Nava was a force to be reckoned with. His OBP of .385 was near tops for MLB outfielders. He had many big hits, including a late-inning homer in the Sox first game after the bombings to bring a much-needed victory to the Boston faithful. This year he started off terribly, hitting just .185. When Shane Victorino returned from the DL it was Nava, not Sizemore or Bradley, that got sent down to Pawtucket. For a guy whose contract was purchased for $1 a few years ago it must have seemed like his career was over. But, to Nava's credit, he has accepted the assignment & results at the plate have improved. Nava now plays a waiting game until Sizemore or Victorino gets injured before returning to the big league club. In the meantime, he will continue to work on playing the outfield & getting his swing back. You have to cheer & root for this guy who is the perennial underdog. I think you will see Nava back with the big club before too long. I like the fact that he is a switch hitter. And his defense is much improved from a few years ago. Hang in there, Daniel! Boston is pulling for you.