I remembered my mother telling me this one when I was a kid . " The tall trees catch the wind." What she meant was the ones that have talent and shine over others will get the brunt from those that are looking for a scapegoat. It sounds as if the new coach is very insecure of his new postion so he has to take it out on someone.That someone is your son at least yesterday it was. He doesn't like being 2-4 and he is not about to say he is wrong with his decision making putting freshmen in the outfield behind your son. Your son can only do his job. I would say keep toughing it out knowing that as frustrating as it is, the coach is what he is, not very happy with his team overall and it is not your son's fault. For your son's sake, I would continue to look forward to summer ball, camps, showcases etc. I beleive they are more important anyway in the long run for playing at a higher level. Have your son consider high school ball as practice this year getting ready for summer ball.