Team's top prospect had strong spring, fills need for infield depth with Fernando Tatis Jr. out
The team keeping its top prospect has been all but certain for more than a week. It is a result of hisand the Padres needing another infielder while Fernando Tatis Jr. misses at least the first two months of the season following wrist surgery.
The 21-year-old Abrams, whose professional experience consists of 76 games in the minor leagues, is expected to play regularly at shortstop against right-handed starters, though indications are Ha-seong Kim will start against some righties, as well as against left-handers. Outfielder Jose Azocar made the team after a strong spring. He is coveted especially for his defense and ability to play all three spots.
The Padres also kept Javy Guerra, the hard-throwing right-hander who is out of minor league options and would have had to be released had he not been on the roster.
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