I get everyone's anger...I felt the same way when I heard the news. And I am concerned the O's aren't going to gain any service time anyway, so might as well have him on the roster even if he struggles early on to get the draft pick.
That said, I get the logic of having Nevin on the team at the start of the season. Nevin does have a career .798 OPS against lefties and they are facing a ton early. Holliday did not look good against lefties in the spring. For a team wanting to win NOW, this actually does feel like they are maximizing their chances.
I would be surprised if Nevin is on the roster very long. I mean Vavra, Stowers, and Gillaspie were all on the early April roster last year.
Now if Nevin is still on the roster in May I may join the masses!