Bob Melvin says top prospect, Wil Myers could get work as Trent Grisham's backup
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It has reached a point where Melvin is likely going to give Myers some turns in center, where he has started 97 games in his career. Melvin is also considering working infielder CJ Abrams there.throw Abrams out there,” Melvin said, with the emphasis on the first word. “Take another look at some versatility. I know I didn’t say that earlier, but I wanted him to feel comfortable in a certain spot. But with the lack of depth in the outfield at this point, maybe look at him at some point.
Abrams’ strong spring and the fact shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. will miss at least the first two months of the season has prompted the Padres to at least consider keeping their top prospectWhile the Padres previously acknowledged Abrams has the athleticism to play in center, actually contemplating looking at him there at this point puts a megaphone to the scarcity of viable outfielders.
The Padres acquiring Beaty from the Dodgers on Monday frees up Profar at least some of the time, and Profar has played all three outfield positions. But when asked Tuesday afternoon whether Profar was now the No. 2 in center, Melvin demurred.