Player Profile:
With slightly looser pants this season, Eric plans on making quite a splash for the Warriors in 2010. He may extend a few of his doubles into triples and he might stretch a few singles into doubles. His added step out of the box may even snare him an infield single or two.
Regardless of all that, Eric will be on a mission this year to reclaim his ranks as a top-notch 1st team all-league slugger. While Eric has been earning post-season honors consistently over the past seven seasons, his production has gone through some dips. This year, he plans on ending all doubts.
Eric can swat over .600 with 10+ doubles and 10+ dingers if healthy. Plus, he has richly earned his mantra of Mr. Clutch and I fully expect that to continue. He hits a lot with guys on base which could lead to a monster RBI season.
Eric has improved his hands at second base each of the last two seasons and even snagged a few gold glove votes. If his footwork is improved he should again be the pivot man on a dozen or so double-plays while doing a solid job on grounders.
Eric is this writer's pre-season pick for Surprise Player of the Year. He will make waves in 2010.
Personal Notes:
Eric was married in December of 2006 to Kelli. They have one bouncing baby boy, Mathias (2). The Johnsons are expecting a baby girl this fall and the name is rumored to be Austina. I'm not saying, I'm just saying. Eric declined a chance to be the VP of Decision Making for his employer, United HealthGroup, and instead chose to take that same roll for this softball squad. Smart choice. He has worked for UHG since 2003 and is a Director in the Finance department. I don't know what that means and don't ask him either because he isn't sure.
2010 Projected Stats:
g - h -ab -r - rbi -2b -3b -hr -bb -k -sf -tob -obo -avg -oba -slg -ops
24-56-90-47-52- 11-2 -11 - 5 -1 -3 -62- 98-.622-.633-1.156-1.789
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