MLB announced its Gold Glove finalists, with several surprises, but Tyler Soderstrom's inclusion stood out.
The average baseball fan knows little about the Athletics, as they rarely appear on national television and have been dealing with issues like moving cities and playing in a minor league stadium.
Then Nick Kurtz made an impact, launching 36 home runs and posting a 170 wRC+ in his first season, playing only 117 games with the Athletics.
Nick Kurtz hurt the scene
When Kurtz joined the team after starting the season in the minors, many wondered how he would fit into their lineup.
Author's summary: Tyler Soderstrom is a Gold Glove finalist.