Bunts by Joey Gallo could become part of Rangers offense – here's why

It happened on Sunday in a split-squad game against San Diego. With the Padres in a shift heavy to the right side, Gallo opened the fourth inning with a bunt to the left side for a single. Gallo has two bunt hits in his four-year major-league career, with both coming last season. Gallo said it is likely he will use the bunt more often this season to counter the shifts he faces as a left-handed pull hitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices