Heading into Spring Training 2.0, Washington Nationals’ skipper Davey Martinez said he expected 22-year-old infielder Carter Kieboom to see a lot of time at the hot corner this season.
“I anticipate in the 60-game season, he’s going to go out there and play every day,” the manager told reporters.
“We feel like he’s going to hit here,” Martinez added, and they sent him away from Spring Training 1.0 with guidance on his defensive work.
“When he left [Bench Coach Tim Bogar] talked to him and [Third Base Coach] Chip [Hale] talked to him about his footwork, and really honing in on his footwork and getting his feet turned to where he’s going to throw at all times.