Amidst a season where the injury bug has snuck its way into the Coliseum, there has been one constant presence that has consistently kept the Oakland Athletics afloat.
His name is Mark Canha.
Heading into the season, there was speculation that Canha would have a difficult time finding his way into lineups on a regular basis, more likely serving as a platoon or bench bat.
But thanks to opportunities arising from injuries to the likes of Stephen Piscotty, Matt Olson, and Ramon Laureano as well as a drop-off in production from slugger Khris Davis, Canha has placed himself firmly in the middle of the order.