Pressbox: Paul Folk, 15 Questions

[weams]

http://www.pressboxonline.com/2016/02/11/the-15-questions-for-orioles-spring-training

1. WHO WILL PLAY THEMSELVES ONTO THE OPENING DAY ROSTER?

Nearly every spring, it seems there's at least one previously unheralded player who puts up such a dazzling Grapefruit League performance that he wins a spot on the Opening Day roster. In 2015, it was Jimmy Paredes, who went 20-for-55 (.364) and tied the team lead with 12 RBIs in spring training, convincing the O's to make room for him on the team after camp broke. Will anyone do the same in 2016?

[El Gordo]

I think Kim will be the most impressive newcomer and Rickard will play his way onto the team. Paredes DFA. Gonzo and Tilly will look good. If we don't sign Fowler we could see a ST LH OF bat acquired. Bundy's and Harvey's health will be paramount.

[thezeroes]

The time line for Jimmy Paredes:

Was placed on the 15 day DL on April 05, 2015 (lower back strain)(Retroactive to April 01).

Was activated from the DL on April 18, 2015 (Jonathan Scoop was placed on DL to make room).

He earned a spot in Spring Training but was not immediately available.

[tntoriole]

http://www.pressboxonline.com/2016/02/11/the-15-questions-for-orioles-spring-training

Endy Chavez, 2013....come on down. .444 in spring training. I remember seeing him that spring and I have never seen so many line drives.

[Tony-OH]

Endy Chavez, 2013....come on down. .444 in spring training. I remember seeing him that spring and I have never seen so many line drives.

And then he had to face major league pitchers who were in game shape and it went downhill fast.

[weams]

And then he had to face major league pitchers who were in game shape and it went downhill fast.

Or Alex Gonzalez. Detroit thought they had a shortstop.

[Tx Oriole]

I think Kim will be the most impressive newcomer and Rickard will play his way onto the team. Paredes DFA. Gonzo and Tilly will look good. If we don't sign Fowler we could see a ST LH OF bat acquired. Bundy's and Harvey's health will be paramount.

I am looking forward to seeing Kim and how he does.

[weams]

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