This has nothing to do with them not thinking Morris is ready. They just don't wanna blow an option and service time on him for only 2 months, or possibly less. They just want insurance in case Gamel flops, or has a set back, which makes sense. I don't think it's really that necessary, but giving someone a minor league deal really won't affect anything. I think Green could just as easily back-up 1B if need be. I would've been in favor of getting Maldonado some work at 1B, and carrying a 3rd catcher like Kottaras preferably. But that ship has sailed.