The Natural Chapter Summary & Analysis - Chapter 6 Summary

Chapter 6 Summary

Roy enters a slump and feels dejected and frustrated, unable to pinpoint the source of his trouble. Red Blow counsels him to consider matters that might be weighing on his mind, advises him to get rid of whatever nervousness he might have, and tries to lighten his mood. Pop gives him practical advice about which balls to hit and let go, and tells him to consider another bat besides Wonderboy. Memo is scarce, and Roy frets that she might not like him anymore because he is not playing well. In his desperation, Roy visits a fortuneteller. She tells him he will fall in love with a brunette and says goodbye. The fans become disgusted with the team, and Pop orders Roy to the bench because he refuses to relinquish his trusty bat. The Knights drop to second in the division. A desperate fan meets up with Roy while the team...
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