The Los Angeles Dodgers split their exhibition games in Tokyo and are gearing up for the regular season, facing the Chicago Cubs. Key lineup decisions linger, especially concerning center field and shortstop roles. Mookie Betts’ possible absence due to illness could see Miguel Rojas starting at shortstop. Andy Pages may thrive as a center field starter against left-handers. Pages showed defensive promise and some competitiveness despite a spring slump at the plate, which followed a respectable rookie season, suggesting he could see significant playtime early in the season.
The Dodgers' Opening Day lineup is mostly set, with only a couple of spots still in question, particularly center field and shortstop as decisions loom.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts noted, 'Andy's had a very good camp and that was a really good play out there in center field,' emphasizing Pages' potential role.
Pages, although he struggled at the plate this spring, proved capable defensively and had a solid rookie season, highlighting his strengths against left-handers.
The potential lineup adjustments indicate that if Mookie Betts misses Opening Day due to illness, Miguel Rojas may start at shortstop instead.
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