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Oakland A’s: Time to consider tightening the leash on Elvis Andrus

Apr 24, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Elvis Andrus (17) looks toward home plate during the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Elvis Andrus holds an enviable position on the Oakland A’s. He is one of the few players without a real threat to his job security, especially with Chad Pinder on the Injured List. Vimael Machin could, in theory, play at short, but he has not exactly proven that he can hit at the major league level. Andrus is safe at short for now.