Obviously one game is not going to signify how players will be used all season, but here are some notable positions/roles from minor league’s Opening Day.
As expected, Jake Bauers was Durham’s first baseman. Johnny Field got the nod in center field, and Joe McCarthy and Justin Williams were in the corners. Jason Coats was the designated hitter. Christian Arroyo played third base, and Kean Wong was at second.
Montgomery’s entire defensive alignment was interesting. Ryan Boldt was pushed out of center field by ... Andrew Velazquez, who played 124 innings there last season.