Expectations surrounding Kendrys Morales heading into this Toronto Blue Jays season centred largely on his offence, after he was brought in to the franchise as a designated hitter who would help replace Edwin Encarnacion’s lost production. So there was some surprise when the 33-year-old made a strong debut at first base in Wednesday’s loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. He’s been out there a bunch in his career,” the manager said. Morales has played 372 major-league games at the position, compared to 589 at designated hitter. He added to the former tally on Thursday when he stared at first for a second consecutive game, thanks to a calf injury restricting teammate Josh Donaldson to DH duties.

Source: thestar April 13, 2017 23:37 UTC