Steven Duggar seemingly counted in Giants' 2018 outfield mix
by Doug Brown | Wed, Jan 24th 1:06pm EST
When Austin Jackson signed with the Giants, it appeared they had their needed new center fielder. GM Bobby Evans and Executive Vice President, Brian Sabean, both called Jackson a great addition as depth, and an excellent fourth outfielder, That leaves the question, who is playing center? Many sites suggest the Giants are all in on their 24-year-old minor leaguer, Steven Duggar, to handle center. Last year Duggar moved from A League to AAA and amassed a .262 average, with six HRs in 164 ABs. With the January 30th addition of Gregor Blanco to the outfield mix, this will allow Duggar to not be forced into a platoon unless he's ready. Duggar got a vote of confidence by leading off for the Giants in their first spring game. (Mercury News)
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It's yet to be seen if Duggar can handle major league pitching, but he looks to have the chance. Watch spring training numbers carefully, but he could be a breakout youngster. On Sunday, he hit his first spring homer.
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