Just four games into his spring training season, Pedro Alvarez already has reminded the Orioles of his offensive potential. But no matter how many balls he hits into the stands in Florida, manager Buck Showalter is adamant — for now — that Alvarez must earn a spot on the club's 25-man roster by proving he can play the outfield.
If Alvarez continues to hit as he has in his first few games, he will push that envelope. The Orioles are still built around the home run ball, and Alvarez fits that blueprint.