Roster spots are getting slim on the Indians’ Opening Day roster. Assuming an eight-man bullpen and Michael Brantley breaking camp with the team, we are left with only two more spots to fill. Even if Brantley isn’t healthy, his space will likely be filled with another outfielder. So let’s focus on those last two.
Chances are, at least one will be filled with a competent at much, good at nothing type of player. That’s where Michael Martinez found his place in the past, that’s where Erik Gonzalez may find his place now.