Toronto Blue Jays: Cavan Biggio could fulfill utility player destiny

Cavan Biggio was expected to be a super utility player for the Toronto Blue Jays. He may be about to fulfill that destiny.

While Cavan Biggio was considered one of the Toronto Blue Jays top prospects, there were questions about his future. His ability to hit was never in doubt; instead, his defensive capabilities were considered questionable at best. Biggio had risen through the ranks as a second baseman, although few expected that would be his long term home.

Surprisingly, that was his primary position in his major league debut last year. While he did log time at first and right, and even had a game in left, Biggio was at second base for 85 games. He even performed better than expected defenively, as he saved two runs while displaying above average range at the position.

Nonetheless, it may be time that Biggio fulfills his destiny. Biggio stated that he would be agreeable to spending time at third and in center, and presumably at other positions, as the Blue Jays look to fill gaps in their roster while keeping his bat in the lineup.

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One can understand why the Blue Jays would want to keep Biggio in the lineup as much as possible. He showed himself to be a worthy piece of Toronto’s collection of young second generation players, producing a solid .234/.364/.429 batting line, hitting 17 doubles and 16 homers, while stealing 14 bases.

Presumably, Lourdres Gurriel Jr. could slide out of left and back to second base. Or, Brandon Drury, who had filled that super utility role, could move to second while Biggio slots in at center. He could also remain at second if former top prospect Anthony Alford ever seizes center for himself.

There is no question that Biggio serves a valuable role on the Blue Jays. His ability to get on base makes him an asset atop the lineup, where his solid pop and speed serve him well. While the other second generation prospects may have garnered more attention, Biggio has become a key member of the youth movement in his own right. His ability to play around the diamond gives him an added element that the Blue Jays need.

Cavan Biggio was solid at second for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2019. However, he may find himself in another position come the start of the 2020 campaign.