Gonzalez went 2-for-4 with an RBI triple in Tuesday's exhibition game against Oakland.

EDGE Analysis

In his third Cactus League game, Gonzalez finally reached base after going 0-for-3 with a strikeout over the first two contests. Headed into Arizona, the 25-year-year old Gonzalez appeared to be on track for a reserve role on Opening Day. That plan has been hampered by the late-January addition of Ronny Rodriguez. Manager Terry Francona has spoken highly of the latter this spring, indicating Gonzalez will need to make a statement during camp to secure a spot of the 25-man-roster in April.