Pirates manager Derek Shelton was pleased to see it all, but he especially liked the left-handed batting Bae’s approach at the plate in the eighth against left-handed relief pitcher Sam Moll.

Source: https://triblive.com/sports/ji-hwan-bae-steps-up-in-crucial-moments-to-keep-pirates-winning-streak-alive/

Shelton blamed Bae’s issues on the bases on his being a young player with an elite skill who is still learning at the major league level about when to take advantage of his opportunities and when to stay put.

Source: https://triblive.com/sports/ji-hwan-bae-rewards-pirates-trust-in-center-field-with-spectacular-catches-in-seattle/