The good news for the Dodgers seems to be getting better as Rafael Furcal said he wants to return by September. He's coming off of back surgery recently and hasn't appeared in a game since May 6.
The easiest stat I can point out that shows just how valuable he is would be this:
With Furcal in the lineup: 18-14
Without Furcal in the lineup: 36-41
And that is as easy as that. He was having a monstrous April, but just like the year before, injuries have really derailed his season. The positive thing about this year is that he can still come back to a team that is in the thick of a playoff hunt, unlike last year. No wonder he wants in so badly.
Even with the great additions of Casey Blake and Manny Ramirez, having a healthy Furcal leading off would just mean so much to the Dodgers. He adds a whole new dimension of speed, on base ability, power, and great defense. In other words, better than watching Juan Pierre every game. Let's hope he's being honest and really will be healthy then. If so, then look out.
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