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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
I think Donaldson is entirely the wrong personality for this team.
The leaders of this team are the kids: Bichette, Guerrero, etc. They are the ones setting the culture.
Springer comes in - a vet, a leader, but he doesn't try to take over, he embraces the culture and tries to fit in. And does fit in. Semien just does his job like a pro, so he fits on any team.
But Donaldson wants to be the leader, wants to be the guy. He would change/upset the culture, IMO. I think that would cause problems.
There are lots of potential solutions for 3B, but I don't think Donaldson is one of them.
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At his age I don't see him wanting to be "The Guy" - He isnt like that in Minny
I see him being able to teach Vlad and Bo how to deal with the extra pressure, bringing leadership, and even helping them navigate the pressure of Toronto, media, etc.
Remember they have only been in Toronto a very short time (few months really)
I also think his personality fits in with our team. But he brings a bit of the grumpy old man that is needed - Think Roy Kemp from Ted Lasso!