Part II of a two-part series that began last week.
Increased opportunities for late-bloomers, journeymen and used-to-be's: Particularly with the decline of offense and a spike in pitching injuries, more unlikely names than ever are getting opportunities, and some are making the most of them. As evidence that this isn't just occurring on bad clubs with holes to fill, JD Martinez (OF, DET) got his shot with contending DET after being released by rebuilding HOU. Following multiple off-season reports of a rebuilt swing and a fine Venezuelan Winter League performance, the Tigers signed the 26-year-old Martinez and were rewarded with a 23 HR / .912 OPS performance
Likewise, PIT made Opening Day roster room for versatile Josh Harrison (3B/OF,...
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