masn-baseballs-orioles.jpgSARASOTA, Fla. – Outfielder Alejandro De Aza walked out of the clubhouse today and headed to one of the back fields around 11:40 a.m., stopping to hug a few teammates along the way.

De Aza has reported to camp after losing his arbitration hearing, insisting that the process is behind him and there are no hard feelings.

I’d guess that earning $5 million this season eases some of the pain.

“I’m happy and excited to be here, a fresh start to spring training with the team,” said De Aza, who…SARASOTA, Fla. – Outfielder Alejandro De Aza walked out of the clubhouse today and headed to one of the back fields around 11:40 a.m., stopping to hug a few teammates along the way.

De Aza has reported to camp after losing his arbitration hearing, insisting that the process is behind him and there are no hard feelings.

I’d guess that earning $5 million this season eases some of the pain.

“I’m happy and excited to be here, a fresh start to spring training with the team,” said De Aza, who made $4.25 million last season and sought $5.65 million.

De Aza is done with the arbitration process and can become a free agent following the season.

“It wasn’t difficult,” he said. “It’s part of the game. One has to win and one has to lose. It wasn’t that difficult.

“It’s done and it’s in the past. Let’s start spring training fresh and go on to the season.”

de-aza-fist-bump-gray-sidebar.jpgDe Aza has a shot to be the leadoff hitter and starting left fielder after batting .293/.341/.537 with five doubles, three triples, three home runs and 10 RBIs in 20 games with the Orioles.

“It’s exciting,” he said. “It’s great if I get the chance to be the leadoff (hitter). Play the game the right way and keep doing what I always do.”

This is De Aza’s first spring training with the Orioles after the Aug. 30 trade with the White Sox, and he’s looking forward to his first full season with them – assuming he isn’t deal at the non-waiver trade deadline. Anything is possible.

“I’m just going to try to continue what I was doing,” he said, “and have the team win as many games as possible.”

Catcher Caleb Joseph left camp today to be with his wife Brooke, who’s expecting their first child on March 1. It’s nothing serious and he could return to camp on Monday.

Manager Buck Showalter complimented Dylan Bundy on his bullpen session today and repeated that the right-hander most likely will begin the 2015 season at Double-A Bowie.

Ubaldo Jimenez was impressive again today while pounding the strike zone during his bullpen session. Tommy Hunter gave him a high-five when the session ended.

The Orioles will be cautious with pitcher Dane De La Rosa, who underwent meniscus surgery on his right knee in September.

Infielder Paul Janish, who had bone chips removed from his right elbow nine days ago, is exhibiting full range of motion. Showalter wants him available to compete for a utility role as a plus-defender, especially at shortstop.

Infielder Jimmy Parades reported to camp today. Infielder Jayson Nix is expected to arrive Monday or Tuesday.

Here are videos from today’s workout: