Gavin Fien transitions to outfield for Washington Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Gavin Fien has exclusively played in the outfield this season for the Washington Nationals after being originally drafted as a shortstop. The 12th overall pick had been expected to fill an infield position but has adapted to right field and center field. Currently, Fien has played 22 games, registering a.235 batting average and 24 RBIs. Recently named Carolina League Player of the Week, he hit.500 over the past week. As the Nationals reassess their shortstop prospects, Fien's shift could impact their future roster decisions.
- •Fien has played 10 games in right field, 7 in center, and 5 as DH.
- •He has a.235 average with 3 home runs so far this season.
- •Named Carolina League Player of the Week with 15 RBIs last week.
- •Fien was previously expected to play as a third baseman.
- •The Nationals are assessing their infield talent as Fien transitions.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — The Washington Nationals have turned Gavin Fien into an outfielder
"Gavin Fien was expected to be a shortstop or third baseman, but so far this season, he has only played in the outfield
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