Official Site of the Pirates · Oct 14, 2016
Jaso could add another mitt to his collection
John Jaso charges Robert Stephenson's bunt, spins and throws to second to begin the inning-ending double play in the bottom of the 4thPITTSBURGH -- Once again, John Jaso may spend his offseason learning a new position.
After the Pirates' season finale in St. Louis, manager Clint Hurdle mentioned an intriguing possibility that sheds light on Jaso's role in 2017. Pittsburgh would like Jaso to work out over the winter at third base and in the outfield.
Jaso is under contract next season, the second half of his two-year, $8 million deal. If he isn't traded, and if rookie Josh Bell returns as the primary first baseman, what does that mean for Jaso?