I’ll be the first to say that Spring Training statistics are both misleading and not entirely useful, especially when small sample size (SSS) applies.
Now that we have that out of the way, let’s talk about this scorching start that Matt Thaiss, the Angels 2016 first rounder, is off to. In 11 trips to the plate, Thaiss has recorded seven hits, including three doubles and two triples, while not striking out. He’s currently rocking a .700/.727/1.400 line, which has Angels fans clamoring for him to make the Opening Day roster.
Here’s the issue: Thaiss is a first base-only guy whose trying to make a roster filled with plenty of first base/designated hitter options.