7 years agoCincinnati Reds second baseman Dilson Herrera said he's past the lingering shoulder issues that have slowed him down since landing with the Reds. "Everything is good," Herrera said Friday. "I am feeling really better, much better than last year. I'm ready to work." Herrera came to the Reds in the trade that sent outfielder Jay Bruce to the Mets in August of 2016, and Herrera hurt his shoulder shortly thereafter. He played in just 68 games in the minors in 2017 and had season-ending shoulder debridement surgery. He'll turn 24 on March 3, but he's out of minor league options, meaning he'd have to clear waivers if the Reds don't have him on the Opening Day roster. He's currently blocked at second base by Scooter Gennett, so Herrera must show some versatility this spring to increase his chances of making the team. Because Herrera has primarily played second base the past three years, manager Bryan Price said the team will be cautious about moving him around. In 2016 with the Mets and Reds affiliates, Herrera hit .274 with 15 home runs, 64 RBI and seven steals in 110 games. The post-hype prospect has an intriguing power/speed profile, and he could be come relevant in dynasty/keeper formats if he can win a utility role out of camp.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBaller
Source: MLB.com - Mark Sheldon