The Oakland Athletics lost some figures during the offseason, but they still have confidence in one of their great promises: Jesus Luzardo. The Venezuelan could bear the responsibility of commanding the rotation this year, being the one indicated to open the Opening Day.
Manager Bob Melvin knows that there are still many aspects to polish in relation to the Venezuelan pitcher, who despite his young age (23 years), is already seen as one of the future aces of the starting staff.
And although there is still all of Spring Training ahead for the Oakland boss to make a decision regarding his starter of the opening day, everything indicates that Luzardo will have that responsibility.
“He is a very talented boy. My expectations are that Jesus is at the forefront of the rotation, and that could start this year, "Melvin told MLB. “I think he has taken a step forward this year. I think he will be called up to the All-Star Game at any moment. "
For his part, Luzardo understands that success will not come without hard work, and that is precisely what he was doing in the offseason.
“I am in the best shape of my life. I feel like my mechanics are where I need them to be. I'm ready to show what I can do in a year of 162 games, ”the incident ended.
