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Scottsdale, Ariz. — The Rockies’ 25-man roster is close to completion, but with opening day just one week away, questions remain, including who’s going to be the backup catcher — Dustin Garneau or Tony Wolters?
The Rockies optioned utility infielder/outfielder Rafael Ynoa to the minors on Monday, clearing one space on the roster (the club also re-assigned right-handed reliever Brian Schlitter).
The Ynoa move leaves me with these impressions and questions:
** It seems clear that outfielder Ryan Raburn makes the team, meaning that his $1.5 million salary kicks in.