“It was a very positive meeting,” Mozeliak said Wednesday. “He’s been swinging the bat for two weeks. I don’t think he’s quite letting it go, but it looks like there aren’t going to be any real limitations or concerns from an offensive standpoint. He plans on beginning his throwing program when he reports to Jupiter (Fla.) in February.
“The question is, what does that mean early in spring training games? He just needs to build up his arm strength. But I see no reason for him not to be ready by opening day (March 28).”
Ozuna, who played in 148 games, third most on the club, batted .