The article discusses Mike Rizzo's quote, "you're either in or you're in the way," which describes his perspective on team culture and player commitment within the Washington Nationals. This phrase was notably used during the fallout from the 2018 decision to part ways with Shawn Kelley after a disrespectful on-field incident. It also critiques manager Dave Martinez's coaching style, particularly regarding his reluctance to advocate for players in disputes, amidst the backdrop of umpire errors affecting player performance.
"It's pretty cut-and-dried. You guys all saw it. The act that he portrayed on the field last night was disrespectful to the name on the front of the jersey... and you're either in or you're in the way. And I thought he was in the way."
Martinez is not that manager who will get on an umpire unless something really sets him off. A missed strike or ball rarely gets an eyebrow raised by Martinez.
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