McLouth and Grieve

For the TR Joe Rutter reports that McLouth could get an extra look with Bay out:

Nate McLouth, who is ticketed for Class AAA Indianapolis, could get a longer look in camp. Ben Grieve, who hasn't exactly displayed Gold Glove defense this spring, but is 5 for 9 with two doubles at the plate, also could see more action in left.

"I'd be hard-pressed to say I'm impressed with what (Grieve) has been doing in the outfield," McClendon said. "He's got to play better there, obviously. We're going to take a look at him. He's gotten some big hits so far."

Defense was my first concern with this guy. With Lawton having a weaker arm, Craig Wilson still learning the position, and the possibility of Jason Bay getting on-the-job training in center, defense should make a difference. With Bay out and time opening up for McLouth, now I wonder if losing Bay for some period of time wouldn't also hurt Daryle Ward's chances. He's no great fielder and he only pushes Wilson into full-time outfield duty. Maybe the team has to carry at least one corner outfielder who is above-average in the field--especially for left-field in PNC.