The Cincinnati Reds entered spring training with as many as six spots open on the pitching staff. Sal Romano wanted to make the jump from Double-A to the big leagues. His roommates in Goodyear, Arizona, Amir Garrett, Cody Reed, and Robert Stephenson, had a similar idea.
Romano faced an uphill battle. He has yet to have a dominating season in the minors. He spent a total of 3 1/2 years in either Rookie or Single-A ball. Usually prospects spend two years at the most at those levels.
Romano also has yet to have a full season ERA below 3.