I would say that he performed well just last season. 91 runs, 25 HRs, 96 RBI, 29 doubles. Very few shortstops put up numbers like those. Of course, this year is a different "Story"
Remember Tristin Casas? His leg is fine now. In April he strained his abdomen and went on 60 day IL. Then in June, he hurts his wrist and is back on the 60 day IL. The guy will not be back this season, if ever.
Boston Sportswriter Steve Buckley on NESN today said this would be happening if Cora was the manager. What a bunch of crap. They were dead in the water with Cora. Tracy has done wonders with the same talent. He actually has players bunt the ball.