Eddie on the Beat: Extended Spring

By Eddie Michels on April 28, 2013

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CLEARWATER, FLA.–Toronto Blue Jays prospect Justin Atkinson (above) of Surry, BC takes grounders at first yesterday prior to an extended spring games against the Phillies. Atkinson has been a second or third baseman during his brief pro career and is making the switch to first where one Jays coach says he belongs and is making progress. (EDDIE MICHELS/PHOTO)

The Blue Jays first pick in the June 2012 Draft DJ Davis grounds out to first against the Phillies extended spring squad yesterday. Davis, with speed to burn made the play very close at first. (EDDIE MICHELS/PHOTO)

Lefty Sean Nolin (lat’s) faced the Phillies extended spring squad yesterday. Nolin was 10-0 last season between Single-A Dunedin and Double-A New Hampshire with a 2.04 ERA. (EDDIE MICHELS.PHOTO)