Athletics Lose Ibáñez, Scramble for Third Base

0:00On April 30th, the athletics just lost utility infielder Andy Ibanez to the New York Metz, who scooped him up off waivers today. This 33-year-old vet joined Oakland the same way back in early February, slotted as a backup at third base if needed. Spring training shook out different, though. Max Muncie and Dorel Harnaya's balled out, with Muncie locking down the everyday third-base job and Harnaya's earning a utility infield spot on the roster. Ibanez barely got chances and went just two for 17 at the plate. So on April 26th, the A's designated him for assignment to clear room for Brent Rooker's return from the injured list. Twist the fate, hit quick. Two days later, Muncie landed on the I.O. with a fracture in his left hand, recovery time mine unclear. Now, Harnaya steps up at third, sitting one for eleven through three starts, while Brent Harris handles backup duties. Leaves the A's thin on options, right as they need a most, forcing the young guns to prove their metal through this early grind.

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