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Blue Jays' Clement Faces Contact Slump

9 Apr

Summary

Ernie Clement set an MLB record with 30 postseason hits.
His average exit velocity dropped from 86.6 MPH to 84.9 MPH.
Clement is popping up the ball at double last season's rate.

Ernie Clement, known for his record-breaking 30 hits in the last postseason, is facing challenges in the current MLB season. Despite his past success, his early-season performance shows concerning Statcast numbers. Clement's average exit velocity has fallen from 86.6 MPH last season to 84.9 MPH this year.

Furthermore, Clement has not yet achieved a 'barrel,' a metric for optimal exit velocity and launch angle. He is also popping the ball up at twice the rate he did previously. While Clement is a skilled contact hitter and expected to improve, the Blue Jays require him to hit the ball with more force and precision for the team to achieve greater success.

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