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Nationals Skipper Explains Why James Wood Is Getting Reps in Right Field
- Nationals are increasing James Wood's outfield reps, especially in right field, to avoid pigeonholing him.
- Butera emphasizes Wood's athleticism and arm, advocating versatility across corner outfield positions.
- Wood’s minor-league history shows more time in center and right fields than left, guiding today’s coaching decisions.
- The Nationals plan to use Wood in both corner outfield spots, with decision on his primary position to come in the next weeks.
- Spring training remains flexible, with Wood, Crews, Young, Lile, and Hassell III sharing outfield duties.
- The broader goal is to improve team defense through defensive flexibility and lineup adjustments.
- Spring updates come as the Nationals experiment with a faster-pitched plan in pitching, alongside positional experimentation.
- Brad Wakai profiles as Publisher for Washington Nationals On SI, bringing context on the team's spring strategy.
- The Nationals’ spring trajectory includes evaluating Wood’s defensive improvement with Michael Johns at IMG Academy during winter.
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