Taylor got the start in center field and hit leadoff in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Twins, going 1-for-2 with a run scored and a stolen base.

EDGE Analysis

He's competing with Brian Goodwin for the Nats' fourth outfielder job, and it looks like Taylor has gotten out to a quick start in that battle. Both players have similar power/speed profiles at the plate and defensive chops, but while Taylor has more experience, he'll also need to show he can improve on his career .228/.281/.363 major league slash line to fend off Goodwin.