The Orioles’ trade for a strong platoon bat in outfielder Seth Smith helps provide a clearer picture of what their roster will be as spring training nears. But the wisdom of the team’s offseason moves so far won’t be determined until they make one final addition — if they do at all.
With the team still looking to add one more outfielder, one who could also likely get some time as the designated hitter, there seems to be a commitment to at least one platoon in the outfield. They do run the risk, however, of being overspecialized, and the next move will decide that.