J.P. Crawford has been a bright spot in the Seattle Mariners organization since his arrival in 2019. After a slow start to his career with the team, Crawford has made some adjustments to his game and is now showing signs of improvement.
Crawford was acquired by the Mariners in a trade with the Philadelphia Phillies in December of 2018. He was expected to be an impact player for the team, but he got off to a slow start in 2019, batting just .214 with one home run and nine RBIs in his first 28 games.
Since then, Crawford has made some adjustments to his game and has seen a dramatic improvement in his performance. He has raised his batting average to .253 and has hit five home runs and driven in 24 runs in his last 40 games.
The biggest adjustment Crawford has made is to his approach at the plate. He is now taking a more aggressive approach, looking to drive the ball instead of just trying to make contact. This has allowed him to make better use of his power and hit more home runs and extra-base hits.
Crawford has also made some changes to his swing mechanics. He has shortened his swing and is now using his lower body more effectively to generate power. This has allowed him to get more bat speed and generate more power on his swings.
Finally, Crawford has also made some changes to his mental approach. He is now more focused on the task at hand and is not letting outside distractions affect his performance. This has allowed him to stay focused and make better decisions at the plate.
The adjustments Crawford has made have paid off in a big way. He is now playing like the impact player the Mariners expected him to be when they acquired him. If he can continue to make these adjustments and maintain this level of performance, he could be an integral part of the Mariners’ success for years to come.
