Spring training is essentially a way for players to gear up for a long, grueling season. However, in some cases, important roster decisions are made based on these performances. There are two players in particular who have likely solidified their role on the 2026 roster with some impressive play this spring.
Jonny DeLuca
After DeLuca appeared in only 127 games across two seasons with the Rays, the front office added some extra competition for his role in the form of 8-year veteran Cedric Mullins and talented lefty Jake Fraley.