PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
WEEK OF 1/19/2013 - 1/27/2013
Name: Tyler Michael Moore
Born: Jan. 30, 1987
Bats/Throws: R/R
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 215
Debut: April 29, 2012
Tyler Moore's first appearance with the Washington Nationals came on the 29th of April in 2012. Since then he has impressed fans with his hitting power. In the minor leagues in 2011, Moore hit 31 home runs with a .270 average.
In his first season with the Nationals, Moore hit two home runs vs. the Toronto Blue Jays, his first two HRs and RBIs in the MLB.
Moore is a first baseman, but for the Nationals has primarily been stationed at left field. He adjusted well to his foreign position, filling in for Michael Morse when needed.
With Michael Morse traded away now, it is to be expected that Moore will be of use at first base, as backup for Adam LaRoche. His talent at the plate (10 home runs in 2012) make him a valuable pinch hitter.
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