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Ernie Clement shows why he is a true major league utility man for the Toronto Blue Jays
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Blue Jays fans do not have a lot of things to cheer about but one player they can be excited about is true utility man, Ernie Clement.
Ernie Clement finally has his shot to see the big leagues from the other side.
The best way to describe the game of clement was put perfectly by MLB.com
TORONTO -- Nothing about Ernie Clement's game is loud and sudden. There's a subtleness to it, better appreciated over months than days.
The fact of the matter is that Ernie Clement has been one of if not the most consistent player for the Toronto Blue Jays this season. Ever since he was called up he was touted to be just a utility man but has become an everyday player for manager John Schneider.
«He's turned into an everyday player for us for the first time in his career, and he's handled it great,» manager John Schneider said. «I think he's really showing everyone in the league that he's a pretty damn good big league player.»
«This helps a lot. I've been on both sides of it,» Clement said. «I've been on the side where you play once a week, but you still have to go in and do your job. You've still got to keep your foot on the gas, obviously. I can do a lot more out there now, I think. I can work the count. I can still be aggressive when I need to. I feel a lot more comfortable, defensively and offensively. It's different for me, but I'm really enjoying it.»
Cleary the opportunity he been given to play more often has greatly improved his game. Playing everyday allows players to feel more comfortable and be less aggressive as the pressure is not the same when you get less opportunities.
«I finally think I'm turning the corner a little bit and I'm impacting the ball more,» Clement said. «I feel more comfortable at the plate. I'm just seeing it a little bit better, so I can get my 'A' swing off instead of just trying to hit the ball. My approach is a little more refined now and I can go up there with a plan.»
Clement has been a big part of the Blue Jays going on a hot streak in the last few weeks and fans couldn't be happier with his performance.
Source: MLB.com
Settled into everyday role, Clement still finding new gears
Settled into everyday role, Clement still finding new gears
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