7 years agoLos Angeles Dodgers first baseman and reigning Rookie of the Year Cody Bellinger was benched in the fifth inning of Sunday's contest for a perceived lack of hustle by Dave Roberts. Bellinger hit a ball into what's known as "triples alley" at AT&T Park in San Francisco but cruised into second for a double. He was subsequently picked off of second and benched for Max Muncy. Roberts hinted that he had spoken to Bellinger about something similar earlier in the season, so the manager was making a point. It was Bellinger's second hit of the day and he's now slashing .291/.351/.476 with three HR and 12 RBI on the season. Roberts said the issue is over, so look for Bellinger to continue getting starts. Lost in the excitement of Bellinger's encore to his historic rookie season is the fact that he is only 22 years old. There is plenty of growth left in much of his game.--Mario Hernandez - RotoBaller
Source: Andy McCullough - Los Angeles Times