Pitchers learned how to pitch to him and we will see how well he adjusts.
Yep. That is what injuries will do to a player, as well as the normal ups and downs of a season. He has had a nagging hip injury since he crashed into the wall in CO. Remember he generates his power with his lower body.
It was right after the catch in the video above where he starting going into a hitting slump
Another factor is the coaching staff screwing with his approach. Because he is batting leadoff, they got him to be more patient and draw more walks, which he has been doing. But his hitting thrives on being aggressive. He is still batting over .600 on first pitch in play balls.
Not making excusing. It is what it is. There will be ups and downs, injuries, adjustments, ect. It is all part of the game. But, there is no denying that his impact on the team overall has been very positive.