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Oh yeah, forgot about my explanations.
The big competition this spring is obviously 2B. Castillo, Murphy, Emaus, and Justin Turner have been identified as candidates. Turner would have to have a beast spring to win it since he can be safely optioned back to Triple A. Castillo doesn't have the versatility to be a backup, so add that to the fact that Emaus will definitely be taken back by the Jays if he isn't on the roster and Castillo is gone. Murph and Emaus probably split time at 2B throughout the year.
Bullpen competition is also pretty open outside of the first 4 spots. There's a million lefties fighting for one spot so I just guessed Tankersley. Acosta is out of options and had a good year despite giving up some big HRs so he probably gets the benefit of the doubt to start. Misch is also out of options and can serve as both a second lefty and longman, so I like his chances more than the other 5,000 guys looking to get the spot.
Rotation is set except for the 5th spot. Dillon Gee has a chance at winning it from Capuano, which would send Capuano to the bullpen and send Misch packing. Young and the 5th starter are gonna be competing throughout the first half sicne Santana will take one of their spots at some point, probably the 5th guy.
Excited to get camp underway.
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