Semien is expected to be given every shot to win the A's starting shortstop position this spring, reports Jane Lee of MLB.com.Semien only hit .234/.300/.673 in his 2014 stint with the White Sox, but got on base at a nice clip in the minors when he was sent down (.380 OBP in 303 at-bats). Semien hit much better when he was recalled to the White Sox in 2014, posting an OPS of .818 with three homers in 66 September at-bats. Semien will be eligible at second base, shortstop and third base a few weeks into the season which adds nicely to his value.