Jerry Dipoto surprised everyone during his media session at Mariners FanFest last weekend when he suggested Stefen Romero will get an opportunity to play first base this spring. The 27-year-old outfielder will compete with Jesus Montero, Gaby Sanchez and the recently signed Dae-ho Lee to backup Adam Lind. The notion of playing Romero at first base is intriguing, but his chances of exiting Arizona with the M’s are slim.
Originally selected in the 10th round of the 2010 draft by the Mariners, Romero reached the big leagues in 2014.