Dodgers' Scott Van Slyke: Expected to make Opening Day roster
Van Slyke is considered the primary backup at first base to Adrian Gonzalez, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:
This news opens a path for the 30-year-old to make the Opening Day roster, after it looked like he was being pushed out of a spot in the outfield. Van Slyke should see the occasional spot start at first base or in the outfield against southpaws. He won't hold much fantasy value in this projected role, but he could be a punt play option in daily fantasy games where he is penciled in the lineup.
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