What are the chances of seeing Lance Lynn in the starting rotation this season?
-- Michael, Vancouver, Wash.
Lynn is projected to spend the year in a bullpen role, and I see only two factors potentially changing that. If one of the Cardinals' five starters were to get injured this spring, Lynn would be an option to step into that rotation spot. It's one of the reasons why the Cardinals are likely to get Lynn multiple-inning appearances in Grapefruit League play.
The other way Lynn's role could change is if he does not make the Major League roster out of camp. I don't see this as likely, though there is plenty of competition among right-handed relievers. If Lynn is somehow left out, he could go down to Triple-A and start there to maintain his versatility. That would allow Lynn to be considered if the Cardinals lose a starter sometime during the year.
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