The Orioles have acquired right-hander Odrisamer Despaigne from the Padres for Minor League right-hander Juan Cosme, according to reports. Neither club has commented on or confirmed the reports.
Despaigne, 28, went 5-9 with a 5.80 ERA last season, his second in the Major Leagues.
Welcome to our multi-part Around the Horn series, which features a position-by-position look at San Diego's projected starters and backup options going into Spring Training. We have already looked at the catchers, first base and second base. Today, we look at shortstop.
SAN DIEGO -- There will be no question mark facing the Padres in terms of who will play shortstop come Opening Day.