We’ve reached the phase right before Spring Training where it’s mostly claims and minor league contracts while the residue of the free agent barrel lingers until teams and agents finally settle on something. For all intents and purposes, the roster is set (very similar to what we did last time, minus some DFAs and outrights and what not) and the only real questions are at the margins. For example:
- Who will be the backend starter(s), especially if Kyle Hendricks isn’t going to be ready for Opening Day, or ever?
- Who gets the last couple bullpen spots?