The Battle of Nunez & Pena

Ramiro Pena and Eduardo Nunez are both competing for the open utility infielder spot on the team.  Nunez seems to be edging out Pena based on the offensive numbers.  Over the last two years, it doesn't seem like Pena has developed his offensive side and this spring training has not started well.  As of today, he is batting . 158  Fortunately for Pena he went 2 for 3 today against the Braves.  We know that Pena has a great glove and good speed, but needs to step it on the offense.

Nunez seems to be getting more and more attention from the Yankees.  They were reluctant to trade him this offseason and Girardi says he wants to see more of Nunez in spring training before making a decision on the open utility infielder spot.  This should come as a relief to Nunez since Girardi is making the first round of cuts this weekend and he will remain safe.   Nunez is batting .348 in the grapefruit league (albeit it's only been 7 games or so), but he aslo went 2 for 2 today and  hit a  Home Run yesterday against the Astros.  

Pena has had two years to prove his worthiness to the team, but has fallen flat.  It may be time to try Nunez and give him an opportunity to prove himself.