Pablo Sandoval Continues To Learn From Mistakes

Since San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval literally burst onto the scene in August of 2008, he has quickly become a fan favorite. And it is easy to see why. Obviously, the Kung Fu Panda is loved for several reasons. He can hit the long ball, he can make the highlight reel play at the hot corner, and he runs the bases like he's made at the dirt.  These are the things that make Sandoval such a good player. But what makes him so lovable? To me, it is the fact that he's human. Yes, the Panda dazzles on-lookers with the skill he displays all over the field. And he is able to do it all with a smile on his face and a bubble of gum protruding from his lips. But there is something else that the Giants' third baseman has done to draw the love of the fans. He makes mistakes. Let me finish. As the 2009 season has gone on, Sandoval has grown before our very eyes at quite a rapid pace. Over the course of this season, we have seen the former catcher d...