CATCHERS
No. 38 Omar Narvaez
Bats: L | Throws: R
Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 215
Age: 25 | Service Time: 0.089
The second-year catcher not only became a comfortable target for pitchers last season, he also proved to have a steady eye at the plate with 14 walks vs. 14 strikeouts.
No. 18 Geovany Soto
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Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 225
Age: 34 | Service Time: 9.096
The steady veteran is an improvement over the ’16 duo when it comes to framing. Injuries have limited him to 56 games per year the last five season, including 26 in 2016.
INFIELDERS
No. 79 Jose Abreu
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 255
Age: 29 | Service Time: 3.00
Rebounded over final 52 games after dealing with myriad distractions. Hit .340/.401/.557 in final 227 plate appearances to reach 100 RBIs in third straight year.
No. 18 Tyler Saladino
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 200
Age: 27 | Service Time: 1.087
An impressive glove no matter where plays, showed steady progress at the plate in his second year. Hit .294/.323/.406 in 191 plate appearances after becoming a starter.
No. 7 Tim Anderson
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 185
Age: 23 | Service Time: 0.115
Proved to be a formidable player despite his relative inexperience. Has room to improve. Team recently extended him potentially for eight years and $50.5 million.
No. 21 Todd Frazier
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 220
Age: 31 | Service Time: 5.071
Potential trade candidate offered a significant upgrade at the hot corner. Provided leadership and steady defense as well as career best in homers (40) and RBIs (98).
No. 24 Matt Davidson
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 230
Age: 26 | Service Time: 0.145
Finally found the groove the club had long hoped for last season before he broke his foot. Should get a chance to prove his value during the club’s rebuild.
No. 5 Yolmer Sanchez
Bats: S | Throws: R
Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 185
Age: 24 | Service Time: 1.134
Middle infielder should get a fair amount of playing time with Brett Lawrie gone. Had a nice spring, hitting .305/.354/.542 with three home runs.
OUTFIELDERS
No. 26 Avisail Garcia
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-4 | Wt: 240
Age: 25 | Service Time: 3.167
Hope is he can find a medium between how he hits with runners in scoring position (.355/.421/.538) and without runners on (.217/.268/.354).
No. 64 Jacob May
Bats: S | Throws: R
Ht: 5-10 | Wt: 180
Age: 25 | Service Time: 0.00
Speedy, switch-hitting outfielder comes from strong baseball bloodline. Outstanding overall spring helped him win job over recently traded Peter Bourjos.
No. 53 Melky Cabrera
Bats: S | Throws: L
Ht: 5-10 | Wt: 210
Age: 32 | Service Time: 10.148
Bounced back from dismal start to 2015 season with consistent all-around offense. Free agent to be could be dealt before deadline if he performs once again.
No. 25 Cody Asche
Bats: L | Throws: R
Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 205
Age: 26 | Service Time: 3.045
Seeking a fresh start, left-handed stick showed versatility in the field and some power. Could work his way into good playing time if he stays consistent.
No. 28 Leury Garcia
Bats: S | Throws: R
Ht: 5-8 | Wt: 170
Age: 26 | Service Time: 2.025
Rick Renteria loves the versatility and speed he provides them. Can play all over the infield and should see time in center field alongside May.
STARTING PITCHER
No. 62 Jose Quintana
Bats: L | Throws: L
Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 220
Age: 28 | Service Time: 4.133
A first-time All-Star last season, the southpaw is one of the most consistent pitchers. Team-friendly contract also makes him one of the most tradable.
No. 33 James Shields
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 215
Age: 35 | Service Time: 10.125
One of the game’s most dependable starters, he’s looking to bounce back from a dismal season. Posted a 6.77 ERA in 22 starts after he was acquired from San Diego.
No. 45 Derek Holland
Bats: S | Throws: L
Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 215
Age: 30 | Service Time: 7.120
The lefty is hopeful he, Don Cooper and training staff can keep him healthy and on the same path as when he produced 7.6 WAR from 2011-13.
No. 58 Miguel Gonzalez
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 170
Age: 32 | Service Time: 5.084
A late spring addition in 2016, he flourished after adding the cut-fastball to his repertoire. Free-agent-to-be posted a 3.03 ERA over his last 11 starts (65 1/3 innings).
*No. 55 Carlos Rodon
Bats: L | Throws: L
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 235
Age: 24 | Service Time: 1.168
Plan that has been slowed by injury called for him pitching 200 innings and making 32 starts. Team has identified the former 1st-rounder as a building block.
No. 68 Dylan Covey
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 195
Age: 25 | Service Time: 0.000
Rule 5 draft pick is most successful when he’s attacking down in the zone. Must stay on big league roster or be offered back to his original club.
RELIEF PITCHER
No. 65 Nate Jones
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-5 | Wt: 220
Age: 31 | Service Time: 5.000
Hard-throwing right-hander is potential trade bait. Not only has he been dominant since returning from Tommy John, but also is on a great contract.
No. 30 David Robertson
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 195
Age: 31 | Service Time: 8.070
The subject of myriad offseason rumors, could provide an attractive option to a team in need at an affordable rate after last postseason’s bullpen craze.
No. 57 Zach Putnam
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 220
Age: 29 | Service Time: 3.135
Limited to 25 games last season before he needed surgery to remove elbow chips, the righty has averaged 9.6 strikeouts per nine in his career.
No. 52 Jake Petricka
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-5 | Wt: 220
Age: 28 | Service Time: 3.044
A valuable arm the previous two seasons, Petricka was limited to eight innings by a hip injury. Has throw well this spring and appears to be healthy again.
No. 43 Dan Jennings
Bats: L | Throws: L
Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 210
Age: 29 | Service Time: 3.171
Put together his most complete season as he continued to make strides against left-handed hitters. Finished with a 2.08 ERA in 60 2/3 innings.
No. 34 Anthony Swarzak
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-4 | Wt: 215
Age: 31 | Service Time: 5.024
Former starting pitcher is throwing harder than ever. Struck out 16 batters in 12 2/3 innings this spring. Offers length out of the bullpen.
No. 66 Michael Ynoa
Bats: R | Throws: R
Ht: 6-7 | Wt: 210
Age: 25 | Service Time: 0.113
Tall righty displayed some serious stuff in his rookie campaign. But he needs to cut down on the walks if he wants to have success in sophomore season.
* Denotes disabled list