Aug 8, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics right fielder Stephen Piscotty (25) gets ready to bat against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports
It is fair to say that Stephen Piscotty has been a disappointment for the Oakland A’s this season. He had a prime opportunity to prove himself as a key part of the lineup, but had been unable to produce at a respectable level. Piscotty had lost playing time, eventually being benched after the trade deadline.
But there may be a reason for Piscotty’s struggles.