5 years agoTexas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman and Greg Bird were essentially put on notice by their manager Chris Woodward on Tuesday. Woodward said it was "a big week" for the pair of hitters, as neither player has stepped up to claim the first base job. Todd Frazier was taking ground balls at first on Wednesday, and the Rangers do have plenty of options with Frazier, Nick Solak and Isiah Kiner-Falefa able to play in the infield. Still, it seems that Woodward prefers Guzman or Bird to win the job for themselves. If neither player can grab the position, there could be some whacky roster construction going on in Texas as they head into the new season. This first base battle is one to watch for AL-only managers.--Euan Leith
Source: TR Sullivan