But Scutaro has raised his average to .268 and contributed a number of clutch hits.

Trailing by 2-0, the Athletics rallied for three runs in the fifth inning and scored two more with clutch hits.

Boos have come for many reasons, including his failure in the postseason and his perceived lack of clutch hits.

When a team is struggling," said Piniella, "it means it's not getting clutch hits.

It all illustrates the lack of clutch hits.

His penchant for clutch hits is the main reason he has been mentioned as a most valuable player candidate in the American League.

"It was right when he started getting clutch hits."

And we don't have guys getting clutch hits.

He just missed a few pitches, and they got clutch hits.

The Mets have scored 30 runs over their last five games, getting clutch hits, fine defense and solid pitching.