4 years agoThe San Diego Padres 2020 player pool unveiled Sunday omitted second baseman Brian Dozier and outfielder Juan Lagares. The two veterans are still under contract so it’s possible they rejoin the Friars later in summer camp. Dozier’s absence is a boost to projected starter Jurickson Profar, who will now have less competition for at-bats. Young infielders Ty France and Jake Cronenworth will team with Greg Garcia for backup duties at the Padres weakest position. Lagares was likely expendable as his defensive replacement role became diminished with a shortened season on the horizon. Outfielders Franchy Cordero and Josh Naylor can breathe sighs of relief with their roster spots now probably safe.--Andrew Le - RotoBaller
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