Jul 25, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics pinch hitter Seth Brown (15) runs the bases after hitting a solo-home run against the Seattle Mariners during the seventh inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Seth Brown had a prime opportunity to cement his place as part of the Oakland A’s future. With numerous injuries to the roster, especially in the outfield, and a lack of performance by Stephen Piscotty, there was an opening if a player would step up. Instead, Brown struggled to put the ball in play consistently, leading to a trip back to Triple-A when Starling Marte was acquired.