Diamondbacks' James McCann sets absurd position player pitching record

TL;DR

James McCann of the Arizona Diamondbacks has set an MLB record for the most pitching appearances by a position player before the end of April. This unusual achievement highlights a unique aspect of his role on the team.

Key points

James McCann set a new MLB record for position player pitching.
The record was achieved before the end of April.
This record highlights a unique role for McCann on the Diamondbacks.

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James McCann just set an MLB position player pitching record.

It's not the kind of record the Arizona Diamondbacks catcher actually wants to have, though.

McCann has set a mark by pitching more times before the end of April as a position player than anyone in MLB history, according to Baseball Reference's Jessica Brand.

The long-time major league catcher has already thrown in four games, including Thursday's blowout loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Sure, he's helping to keep the Arizona bullpen fresh.

But man, the Diamondbacks really can't keep letting games get so out of hand that the best option is to simply call on McCann to throw as many pitches as it takes the get it over with.

Q&A

What record did James McCann set as a position player in MLB?

James McCann set the record for the most pitching appearances by a position player before the end of April in MLB history.

How many times has James McCann pitched this season?

The exact number of times James McCann has pitched this season is not specified, but it is noted to be a record-setting amount for a position player before April ends.

Which team does James McCann play for?

James McCann plays for the Arizona Diamondbacks.