VIDEO: George Springer Slams Bat Down in Frustration as Spring Training Struggles Continue
By Karl Rasmussen
The spotlight is on the Houston Astros during the spring after their controversial sign-stealing scandal dominated headlines all offseason. Some players aren't dealing with the added pressure well, and you can certainly add George Springer to that list. Springer, who entered Sunday's game slashing just .190/.227/.190, let his frustration boil over against the Mets, slamming his bat down in frustration in the dugout after his second consecutive looking strikeout.
Ahh, playing baseball the right way, not knowing what’s coming from the pitcher. THE WAY IT SHOULD BE, CHEATERS. pic.twitter.com/hsvZstg9rO
— Evan Daniel (@mrevandaniel) March 8, 2020
Not so easy without the trash can, is it George?
Springer has struggled to the tune of a .418 OPS thus far into the spring, and though it's only been seven games, he's already grappling with his own frustration.
When you don't know what's coming, baseball can be tricky. Stupid rules. https://t.co/Ebb7ZVtMpy
— Matt Verderame (@MattVerderame) March 8, 2020
And no, this isn't going to go away when the season starts.
Every time an Astro gets crossed up or caught looking, fans are going to be whistling, hooting, and accusing them of being nothing without their preferred method of signal-swiping. Be forewarned. Lot of bats could be broken in similar circumstances.