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Sucre, a non-roster invitee who's enjoyed a strong start at the plate this spring, is also impressing with his defensive handiwork, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. "I like a lot of things Sucre can do," Rays pitcher Chris Archer said. "I like him a lot. ... I've been telling everybody this, it's like throwing to a younger, slimmer Jose Molina with the actions of the hands. And his ability to throw, it's up there."
The 28-year-old arrived in Tampa via trade on Feb. 8 and has an uphill climb to secure a roster spot. Curt Casali and Luke Maile serve as spring competition, and offseason acquisition Wilson Ramos is expected back in May from offseason knee surgery. However, Sucre has gotten off on the right foot in making his case, having already smacked a homer and a pair of singles. He also gunned down the Red Sox's Brock Holt on the base paths Sunday and foiled a bunt single attempt by Jackie Bradley in the same contest. While he's had a mixed track record with the bat throughout his seven pro seasons, Sucre could be one of the surprises of spring if he maintains his current level of play.
