re: Jay Johnson does not appear to be a championship level coach

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Jay Johnson does not appear to be a championship level coach

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This team isn't good enough to win. Johnson can't do anything about that.

Most of that is due to injuries on the pitching staff.

But, the falloff at the plate by Crews combined with Dugas' completely falling off the map has taken away this team's puncher's chance.

Crews isn't the same guy as earlier in the year. Slumps don't last that long. The number of swings and misses is a pretty good indicator that there's something wrong with the swing. That number has probably tripled over the last month. It's very unlikely that he returns to his earlier form.

People point to the injury on Dugas. But the truth is that he really hasn't hit good pitching all year. Whether it's injury or not, he's a sub .200 hitter right now against quality pitching (SEC). That strikeout in the 9th with 1 out and a runner at 3rd really said it all.

JJ doesn't have any options. Johnson could replace Dugas. Given that he can't hit, no reason to deal with his below average 2nd base play. But, we don't have anyone that looks like they would help.

Can't do anything with Crews. It is what it is.

Pitching wise, there's nothing that can be done.