Urshela has played 548 of his 600 career games at third base, but the Angels plan to play him regularly at shortstop and he appreciates the opportunity.
OAKLAND — When the Angels acquired Gio Urshela last winter, their plan was to have a versatile player who could play anywhere on the infield. Now, that they’ve reached the season, it looks like they’re going to see how much shortstop he can handle.
For Urshela’s part, he’s thrilled with the chance. Although he’s played third base in 548 of his 600 major league games coming into this season, he said during spring training that he was“I’m excited to have this opportunity to play shortstop,” Urshela said before Thursday’s opener. “I feel good. I’m really happy. We’ll see how everything goes.”
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