I've been fairly quiet so far because I haven't watched a game other than opening day plus it's just so early in the season to get a read on this team. Pitching still worries me, without some reinforcements from the minors or a trade or 2 not sure this staff is good enough over 162 game season especially if they suffer more injuries. Still hoping Morel can figure out 3B but it's not looking good so far. Have to have his bat in the lineup though so looks like he may be mostly a DH with some occasional starts in the field. Nice to get off to a good start but still see some holes and cracks in the roster that could limit the ceiling for the season. I do think some prospects will play a factor this season at some point either filling in for an injury or playing so well to force their way into a big league role.
I think Steele and Taillon's injury were a bit of a set back but a couple positives we've seen are
1. Brown and Little. Not sure how they'll use BB but Little should be a high leverage late inning guy soon.
2.Smyly looks to be a solid multi inning lefty.
3. Assad this guy is an unsung hero. Starter, long reliever he'll do whatever you need.
I think it's very possible we deal Taillon and still add to the pen for a playoff run. Look at the starters.
Vets Steele, Hendricks
Young guys Imanaga Wicks Assad Brown
Wild card Horton ( when do we see him)