Overview
- The 23-year-old second baseman reached the majors Tuesday against the Rays, starting at second and batting seventh in a 1-0 loss as he went 0-for-2 with two walks.
- Juan Brito was optioned to Triple-A to make room, filling a second-base opening that followed Gabriel Arias’ hamstring injury and Brayan Rocchio’s shift to shortstop.
- Bazzana earned the promotion with a strong April at Triple-A Columbus, posting a .287/.422/.511 line with 11 doubles, two homers, eight steals and a 13-game on-base streak.
- Manager Stephen Vogt said the club needs a jolt on offense and will let Bazzana play while he develops, citing his power to all fields, baserunning and readiness from spring and WBC reps.
- The 2024 No. 1 overall pick is the first Australian to be selected first in MLB history, and his debut drew international attention after his standout college career at Oregon State.