Sal Frelick struggles at plate, faces competition for playing time
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Milwaukee Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick is facing challenges this season, hitting just.228/.299/.311. Concerns about his performance in both hitting and fielding have arisen, especially after the team's addition of Luis Lara from Triple-A Nashville. Frelick's ground ball percentage has increased significantly this year, contributing to his declining batting average on balls in play. Despite these issues, some remain optimistic about Frelick's potential at just 26 years old as he continues to show patience at the plate.
- •Sal Frelick batting.228 this season with poor offensive metrics.
- •His ground ball percentage has risen to 53.8% in 2026.
- •Frelick remains a strong baserunner and elite at avoiding strikeouts.
- •Luis Lara's signing may reduce Frelick's playing time.
- •Frelick is only 26 and has shown potential in previous seasons.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Sal Frelick deserves more time
"Frelick is struggling, but can he turn it around?
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