Buster Posey expresses confidence in Willy Adames’ defensive skills despite a challenging season, highlighting his potential for improvement.
San Francisco: So, Buster Posey is feeling pretty good about Willy Adames, even after a rough year defensively. He knows how crucial a solid shortstop is, having played with legends like Edgar Renteria and Brandon Crawford. After the Giants signed Adames, Posey mentioned how important it is to have that position secured for the long haul.
Posey talked about the vibe a player brings to the field. He believes Adames has that special something that can really make a difference. The Giants didn’t just throw a record $182 million at him for his leadership or power; they’re banking on him being a top-notch defender for years to come.
Last season was a bit of a letdown for Adames. He went from being a defensive star to struggling with errors and metrics that didn’t look great. But Posey thinks it’s all part of the game. He’s seen it happen before—one year you’re on top, and the next, things can go sideways.
Adames’ arm and speed are still there, but he made more mistakes last season. Posey believes those errors can be fixed. He’s confident that Adames is still a great defender at heart. Even the Brewers’ manager backs him up, saying Adames knows how to play and has the right attitude to bounce back.
With Matt Chapman by his side, Adames is set to improve. Posey knows how much a good third baseman can help a shortstop. Adames is excited to learn from Chapman and thinks it’ll elevate his game. It’s all about teamwork, and he’s ready to step up.