Jordan Westburg Not A Lock For Opening Day Roster
11 months agoBaltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg said he doesn't think he's a lock to make the team's Opening Day roster, so he will come to spring training ready to compete for a spot this year. "100%. I don't think I solidified anything in my role. I'd love to win a job," Westburg said. He's probably right after he went 54-for-208 (.260) with three home runs, 17 doubles, two triples, 23 RBI, four stolen bases and 26 runs scored in his first 68 major-league games for Baltimore in 2023. His minor-league numbers were very impressive though, so if he has a strong showing in camp this spring, Westburg could easily win the starting second base job for the upstart Orioles. The 24-year-old's plate discipline could use some work, but with more playing time in a strong Baltimore offense, his power could come through in his first full big-league season in 2024.
Source: MLB.com - Jake Rill
Source: MLB.com - Jake Rill