MESA, Ariz. — Matt Chapman’s first spring training game could come even sooner than he anticipated.
After taking batting practice for the first time in camp earlier in the week, A’s manager Bob Melvin said Friday morning that Chapman’s first appearance in a game could come early next week if all continues to go well in his progression from shoulder surgery.
“He’s doing everything. Still on schedule,” Melvin said. “His shoulder isn’t bothering him right now, it’s just making sure it doesn’t bother him.”
Chapman had cautiously predicted some time near the end of next week for his spring debut.