Matt Duffy entered spring training hoping to win a job as a backup middle infielder, and now he’s a National League Gold Glove finalist as a third baseman.
Finalists were announced for all positions Thursday, and four Giants are represented: catcher Buster Posey, first baseman Brandon Belt, shortstop Brandon Crawford and Duffy.
For the A’s, right fielder Josh Reddick and pitcher Sonny Gray were nominated.
Winners will be announced after the World Series.
Duffy isn’t expected to win - his competition is Colorado’s Nolan Arenado, the clear favorite, and Cincinnati’s Todd Frazier - but being a finalist is a victory.