MESA, Ariz. - Renato Núñez’s push to win a roster spot this spring will be delayed at least a bit.
Núñez strained his left hamstring Saturday while scoring on a single by Sheldon Neuse. Asked how he’s doing, Núñez said, “Not good.”
Núñez is out of options, and he was set to get more playing time than expected when third Matt Chapman was sidelined by right hand soreness. Núñez, 23, had two hits in the team’s Cactus League opener and Saturday, he walked twice and stole two bases.
“There is never a good time to get hurt, whatever position you’re in,” Núñez said.