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Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins calls out one of the players prior to Spring Training beginning
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Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins held a press conference this morning for the start of Spring Training and end up calling out prospect Alan Roden.
Roden is one of the Blue Jays top prospects and actually has a serious chance at making the team which is why many have been wondering if they would use he as a leadoff hitter this season since he is so skilled at the plate.
Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins calls out prospect Alan Roden ahead of Spring Training
During a press conference this morning, Atkins spoke with the media about multiple different topics which included the current Vlaidmir Guerrero Jr negotiations.
#BlueJays GM Ross Atkins on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
«We've worked extremely hard on keeping Vlad here for a long time. That desire is strong and we will continue to do that.»
«We've worked extremely hard on keeping Vlad here for a long time. That desire is strong and we will continue to do that.»
Atkins also made an interesting remark, calling out prospect Alan Roden stating that the young player has done a ton to put himself in this incredible position and that it is up to him to show in camp that he deserve a spot on this team.
Here's a surprising quote from Ross Atkins on which #BlueJays prospect he was excited to see:
«I'll single out and put some pressure on Alan Roden. He's done so much to put himself in a position to move through the system quickly»
Very rare for Atkins to single anyone out.
«I'll single out and put some pressure on Alan Roden. He's done so much to put himself in a position to move through the system quickly»
Very rare for Atkins to single anyone out.
MLB insider Keegan Matheson stated that it is very unusual for Atkins to single out a player like that which must mean he really wants Roden to do well at Spring Training and make this team.
It will be interesting to see how Roden does in camp as he definitely has the skill to make the jump to the majors this season.
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