"Gelof enters camp slightly behind schedule after undergoing surgery to fix a dislocated left shoulder at the end of last season. Gelof is a little delayed in his ramp-up offensively, but Martín Gallegos of MLB.com writes that he can participate fully in defensive drills. He's not only taking those at second base but in center field to prepare for a potential utility role. Manager Mark Kotsay said that Gelof could see outfield work in games this spring."
"The 26-year-old hasn't played anywhere other than second base in a major league game. Gelof has more than 2000 innings over 237 MLB appearances at the keystone, grading as a slightly above-average defender. The only other position at which he has any significant experience is third base. He played the hot corner at the University of Virginia and during his first year or so in the minor leagues."
Jeff McNeil is expected to play regularly at second base, altering the projected lineup. Gelof is recovering from surgery to repair a dislocated left shoulder and is slightly behind offensively but can take part fully in defensive drills. He is working at second base and taking reps in center field to prepare for a potential utility role, and he could see outfield action in spring games. Gelof has extensive major-league experience at second base and limited experience elsewhere, with some third-base background and minimal professional outfield innings. Defensive versatility would improve his chances to make the roster, otherwise he has minor-league options and could be sent to Triple-A.
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