SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Rockies’ Ramiel Tapia has continually proven himself in the minors, but now it’s time for him to translate that talent to the majors.
It’s a crucial spring training for the 25-year-old Tapia, because he’s out of minor-league options.
“We’ll see if he makes the 25-man roster,” manager Bud Black said. “If he does, he’s capable of playing all three outfield positions. He can be moved around, pick guys up in the outfield. He can be a bat off the bench, pinch hit, start games.”
Black is a fan of Tapia’s talent, but he stressed that Tapia needs more consistency if he’s going to be Colorado’s fourth outfielder.