Andy Green really likes Raffy Lopez’ left handed bat. The former Blue Jay can give Austin Hedges the occasional day off against tough right handers. A.J. Ellis fits in as an inexpensive, well-respected veteran whose intangibles make up for a physical skillset that has dropped off with age.
Infielders (6)
2017: 671 PA, 135 wRC+, 25 HR, 98 RBI, 94 R, -0.4 UZR/150 @ 1B, 4.1 WAR
Eric Hosmer and Freddy Galvis will play every day at first base and shortstop, respectively. Jose Pirela is expected to get some action at second base against lefties, but the majority of the reps will go to Cory Spangenberg and Carlos Asuaje.