It's a shame Nieves doesn't have a single MLB caliber trait. I was against the Pudge signing, especially for the money, but definitely didn't expect his bat to be this bad. That great start is a long, long way away. He's still great behind the plate, just no so much when he's standing next to it. Either Burke or Maldonado would be a much better option than Wil. They absolutely must put someone else in as the 2nd catcher who can play 2-3 times a week and not kill the team.
I wanted Rod Barajas but only because he was Buck Showalter's boy. Rodriguez never was a work the count hitter now he's another Guzman or worse. They have to address the starting catcher situation in the off season.
