Pomeranz gave up one run over four innings with four strikeouts in his first spring start Thursday and has put himself in position to make a case for a spot in the rotation. "He's making a very strong one right now," said Padres manager Andy Green told the San Diego Union-Tribune.
Pomeranz had made four appearances as a reliever this spring, but Thursday's start could indicate his status in the rotation. He has a 5.73 ERA this spring but with 11 strikeouts and four walks in 11 innings. He'll be an intriguing end game pick if he makes the rotation given his high strikeout rates (8.6 K/9 last season) and home park.