Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said Marlon Byrd could play some center field this season. John Mayberry Jr. is the only backup capable of handling center field on the projected big league roster, which is why Philadelphia will be motivated to give Byrd some reps at the position in spring training. If Ben Revere misses significant time next season, the Phillies are going to be forced to scramble to cover themselves. Byrd was pilfered from the Pirates on a two-year, $16 million contract in November. He slashed .291/.336/.511 with 24 home runs and 88 RBI in 147 games between the Mets and Pirates in 2013.