Nick Allen Stats

Oakland Athletics infielder Nick Allen isn't a lock to open the 2023 season as the team's starting shortstop, according to general manager David Forst. Allen is probably still the favorite for the 6 to open the regular season, but Aledmys Diaz could also be pushing him for playing time at the position. The 24-year-old Allen is solid defensively, but his bat is lagging behind. In his first 100 big-league games for the A's in 2022, he slashed .207/.256/.291 with a .547 OPS, four home runs, 19 RBI, 31 runs scored and three stolen bases in 326 plate appearances. Allen should only be a middle infield option for those in AL-only leagues in 2023.

over 6 months ago

Oakland Athletics shortstop prospect Nick Allen will report to Spring Training as a non-roster invitee. The No. 4 prospect in the A's system is a candidate to earn a starting role after shortstop Marcus Semien and second baseman Tommy La Stella departed Oakland. Allen has never played above High-A, so his chances of being on the roster for Opening Day are low. However, with a middle infield combo of Chad Pinder and Vimael Machin currently slated to start, Allen could force his way into the Majors this season. The 22-year-old is a defense-first shortstop with little power so he's not a must-roster player in dynasty leagues. His primary asset in the Majors will be his speed so those seeking steals in deeper roto leagues should monitor Allen's progress in Spring Training.

over a year ago