The Los Angeles Dodgers made an under-the-radar move last month when they signed Santiago Espinal to a Minor League contract that included an invitation to Spring Training.
The 31-year-old is competing for a spot on the Dodgers’ Opening Day roster and so far has been one of the biggest surprises in big league camp.
Through eight Cactus League games, Espinal has gone 10-for-17 with two doubles, two home runs and nine RBI in 24 plate appearances. His right-handed bat off the bench filled a void that was created when Andy Ibáñez was claimed off waivers by the Athletics.