We all thought this was going to be Tyler Wade’s year. His speed is perfect for the added runner on 2nd in extra inning rule, and he can easily move around both the infield and outfield. The shortened season, larger bench, and almost certain trips to the IL created a perfect spot on the bench for Wade.
After news broke about DJ testing positive I thought for sure that Wade would make his debut on opening day, but in came Thairo Estrada to prove me completely wrong.
A look at both
25 year old Wade had spent his last three seasons shuffling back and forth between the big league team and the The Rail Riders.