Colorado Rockies left fielder had another tough day in the field during the team's 5-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs. After a defensive miscue in the previous game against Arizona, Jones found himself in the spotlight once again on a cold, overcast day at Wrigley Field.
With runners on first and second in the sixth inning, Jones misplayed a hard-hit single by Christopher Morel, allowing the ball to roll under his glove and all the way to the wall. His throw back to the infield got away, resulting in Morel scoring on a headfirst slide. Jones was charged with two errors on the play, contributing to the Cubs' 3-0 lead.
Reflecting on his performance, Jones took full responsibility for his mistakes, acknowledging that his errors had cost the team back-to-back games. He expressed his disappointment, stating that such lapses were unacceptable and that he needed to perform better for the team.
Colorado Rockies manager emphasized the importance of getting back to basic fundamentals and noted that Jones was trying hard but getting ahead of himself in crucial situations. Despite his defensive struggles, Jones also struggled at the plate, going 0 for 4 with two strikeouts in the game against the Cubs.
Despite the setbacks, Jones remains optimistic, citing his hard work during the offseason and his determination to improve. He acknowledged that he may have been putting too much pressure on himself to make big plays, which had backfired in recent games.
Teammates and coaches showed support for Jones, with pitcher Hudson expressing confidence in his abilities and praising his effort to save runs for the pitching staff. The Rockies, who have struggled to start the season with a 1-4 record, will look to regroup and bounce back from their early-season challenges.
Overall, Jones' defensive struggles have been a focal point early in the season, but the team remains hopeful that he will overcome these challenges and return to his standout form from the previous season.
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