San Diego Padres pitchers work in the bullpen during baseball spring training, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011, in Peoria, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Dustin Moseley has his eyes fixed on the fifth spot in the San Diego Padres' starting rotation.
Moseley, who signed a one-year deal with the Padres worth $900,000 in December, said he's willing to pitch out of the bullpen if needed. But with his health intact, Moseley first wants a chance to start.
Moseley started the Padres' intrasquad game on Saturday and pitched a perfect inning, retiring all three hitters he faced on ground balls.
Moseley did a bit of everything for the New York Yankees last season. After reaching the big leagues in July, Moseley made 16 appearances, including nine starts. He finished 4-4 with a 4.96 ERA.
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