Last week’s signing of former Washington Nationals utility player Wilmer Difo to a minor league deal got just about as much attention as it merited at the time, given the other news of the day. That would be the announced signing of prized Dominican outfield prospect Shalin Polanco – and 14 other international signings – as well as the agreements with all arbitration-eligible players on the roster.
But Difo’s signing could be a key piece in the restructuring of the Bucs’ short-term infield picture in that his added depth could allow the club to feel more comfortable dealing second baseman Adam Frazier.