Kepler hit .158 with one double, two walks and four strikeouts in 21 plate appearances this spring.

EDGE Analysis

He got a late start to Grapefruit League play after battling a back injury at the start of camp -- that after he ended 2019 dealing with a shoulder injury. These spring struggles came in a tiny sample, so there is no cause for concern. Kepler should be well rested and fully healthy when play resumes.