Derek
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Thing is Naquin is hitting lefties at an .882 OPS clip this year. Castellanos is better even than that but by how much? And how much is that worth? The real hole in our offense is at second base and, unfortunately, that's not changing this year.
You devalue Naquin vs lhp ... granted not a big power guy ...
Luplow has played left more
Ok, then take Bauers out of the lineup against lefties if that's what you're more comfortable with. But, Luplow has actually played RF way more than LF this year. Limiting Naquin's exposure against most lefties is likely why he's had success in his limited at bats against them this year.
Either way, it really isn't difficult to find a spot for Castellanos.