SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – The games don’t count in spring training, but the competition is very real. And it’s often between good friends.
The Giants have but one vacancy in their everyday lineup, and the jousting for left field began in earnest with Friday’s first full squad workout. Jarrett Parker and Mac Williamson are competing for one spot, although the club also will look at non-roster invitees Michael Morse and Justin Ruggiano. If nobody steps up as the spring progresses, they could seek another option via trade.
But this is primarily a two-man competition. It’s the Giants’ first battle between homegrown players since 2009, when Emmanuel Burriss nudged out Kevin Frandsen to become the opening day second baseman.