Cora says Vázquez an option for backup first base job

Apr. 1—FORT MYERS, Fla. — Travis Shaw is having a tough spring, and before Thursday's 2 for 2 breakout the veteran first baseman started 0 for 17 with seven strikeouts and no walks. Shaw is also technically a non-roster invitee, so given his struggles it's fair to wonder who Boston's back-up first baseman would be if Shaw ultimately doesn't make the team. Asked about that on Thursday, manager ...

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