Lloyd McClendon came to the defense of Robinson Cano on Tuesday in the wake of comments made by New York Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long concerning his hustle on routine ground balls.
"I was very disappointed," McClendon said. "I've been in this game a long time, particularly at the Major League level. And one thing I was taught, you worry about your players and getting them ready. Not players on other teams. Disappointed, surprised. I didn't know he was the spokesman for the New York Yankees. But it is what it is.
"My concern is Robinson Cano in a Seattle Mariners uniform and what he does going forward," said McClendon. "I don't [care] what he did for the Yankees. I have no concern whatsoever. We had a great talk this morning, and he's looking forward to being very productive in a Seattle Mariner uniform, being a very good teammate. And that's what's important as we move forward."
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