Eno and DVR take a look at several spring job battles of interest, focusing on position players including the opportunity for Brooks Lee to become a fixture in the lineup for the Twins, Colson Montgomery's path to take over at shortstop for the White Sox, Nolan Gorman's chances of being an everyday guy for the Cardinals in 2025, and how Jordan Lawlar might fit into the equation with Arizona with an indirect battle for playing time against Pavin Smith.
Rundown
6:30 How Do the Pieces Fit at First & Second Base in Minnesota
14:21 Colson Montgomery & Chase Meidroth Push for Roles with White Sox
23:41 Trey Sweeney's Chances for an Everyday Role
29:20 Nolan Gorman's Power Over Everything Profile
38:20 Breaking News: Chase DeLauter Injury Update
46:58 How Does Jordan Lawlar Fit on the 2025 D-backs?
56:32 Orelvis Martinez and Battles for Playing Time in Toronto
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