Two boxes: checked.

A couple third basemen showed me today what I was hoping they would.

I came to camp with a mental checklist. As much as I want to let the game come to me when I’m in Surprise, with 150 players getting work in on eight fields, it helps to have a group of targeted names in mind so when I get a peek at the various lineups, live BP schedules, and pen times, I can map out where I want to be, and when.

Two players headed up the “prove it” category containing those I wanted to see out here — to wipe out concerns I’ve had.

I got to see them 100 feet apart.