Chris Davis entered play Wednesday with a .173 batting average in 410 at-bats.
Among qualified hitters in the majors this season, Davis’ average ranks last. Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Joey Gallo is second to last on that list with a .210 average in 428 at-bats. But Gallo has more than twice the home runs that Chris Davis has, 34 to 16.
Kansas City Royals shortstop Alcides Escobar’s average is third to last, at .212 in 419 at-bats. But he is known for his strong defense up the middle, first and foremost.