The article on Jones tried hard to put a positive spin on his efforts, but I'm afraid it's not convincing to anyone, including Fink and Vogt and really most importantly Jones himself who leads the team and perhaps the league in selfdoubt.

"The once top-hitter in the league is in the same conversation with a young, inexperienced prospect and a player who hasn't been able to stay healthy over the past year.

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Jones was never "the top hitter in the league". He was in 2023 a very successful hitter and promised much more.