Jul 7, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Oakland Athletics third baseman Chad Pinder (4) runs to first base on a double during the fifth inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
The Oakland A’s depth has taken several hits over the past few weeks. The outfield has already been thinned out with Mark Canha and Stephen Piscotty on the Injured List, leading to the likes of Tony Kemp and Seth Brown getting more chances than would be expected. Chad Pinder, back from his own IL stint, was to be an important part of the roster.