We may have just found out how Carlos Gomez has managed to stay in the Major Leagues despite hitting .219 on the season. He keeps it entertaining.
On Saturday Gomez was hit with a 95 MPH pitch in the ribs. He took a step towards first base then fell down before hopping up and laughing it off.
Keeping things light and providing some entertainment is a hell of a lot easier than being a better hitter. And why try to be a better hitter when you’re playing for the Tampa Bay Rays?