With Hunter Pence (forearm) likely not being able to suit up for Opening Day, Blanco will be asked to fill the void in right field, CSN Bay Area reports.

With Hunter Pence (forearm) likely not being able to suit up for Opening Day, Blanco will be asked to fill the void in right field, CSN Bay Area reports.

Analysis:

With Pence being unable to start the season, Blanco is slated to see regular time in the outfield, making him an intriguing short-term option for those looking for speed. In a semi-regular role last season (444 plate appearances), Blanco contributed 51 runs, five homers, and 16 stolen bases while slashing .260/.333/.374.