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A’s Matt Chapman has shoulder surgery

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OAKLAND — A’s third baseman Matt Chapman underwent shoulder surgery on Friday, his second surgery this offseason.

The A’s expect him to be ready for spring training. He first experienced pain in the shoulder during a recent workout.

Chapman had a procedure done on his right thumb Oct. 16.

Chapman, 25, had a breakout season in 2018, hitting .278 with 24 home runs in 145 games.

He won a Gold Glove Award at third base and the American League’s Platinum Glove Award as the league’s best defensive player.