Matt Chapman hits bombs in batting practice, set for debut

Oakland Athletics third baseman Matt Chapman takes part in a drill at the Lew Wolff Training Complex on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (Aric Crabb/Bay Area News Group)MESA, Ariz. — A’s third baseman Matt Chapman put his right hand to the test, and things could not have gone any better.

Taking part in his first live batting practice session since getting a cortisone shot to reduce inflammation on his right hand, Chapman showed no signs of discomfort as he launched several balls over the left field fence at Hohokam Stadium on Saturday before the A’s took on the Padres.

Matt Chapman hitting bombs in batting practice. Looks like the right hand is fine. Likely in A’s lineup tomorrow…