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Endy Rodriguez: Athleticism Showing With On Fly Learning At Second

The Pittsburgh Pirates have put an emphasis on creating ‘positional flexibility’ throughout the system this year.

One of the player’s that come to mind immediately is Endy Rodriguez, whose athleticism has allowed him to move from behind the plate to multiple positions last year, including first base and left field.

Entering 2022 with Greensboro, Rodriguez looked to add another position to his repertoire: Second base.

“I’m trying to learn from my teammates who have played the position before,” Rodriguez told Pirates Prospects through a translator. “I’m trying to learn the little movement and set my feet in the right position and be in good position to catch the ball.