ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 24: Sean Murphy #12 of the Oakland Athletics in the fifth inning at Globe Life Field on August 24, 2020 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
The Oakland A’s need Sean Murphy to take the next step in 2021. Fortunately for them, he seems ready to do so.
The Oakland A’s have several pieces in place for their lineup in 2021. Should Matt Chapman, Matt Olson, and Ramon Laureano all perform to their potential, the A’s should have a formidable middle of their lineup. However, they will need another player to step up and help shoulder the load.