CALL-UPS: April 9-17, 2017
Apr 16 2017
Photo: Chad Pinder (SS, OAK)
Contributing writers: Jeremy Deloney (JD), Rob Gordon (RG), Nick Richards (NR) and Matthew St-Germain (MSG)
April 17, 2017
Chad Pinder (SS, OAK)
After placing SS Marcus Semien on the disabled list, the Athletics summoned the versatile services of the 26-year-old Pinder from Triple-A. He was splitting time at both middle infield spots this year and also saw action in the outfield during spring workouts. The right-handed hitter earned a major league call-up in 2016 after another solid season. His versatility may be his best asset, but he is a fundamentally sound hitter who can hit for a moderately-high BA with average power. His fluid, level swing path and hand-eye coordination are ideal for making contact and...
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