Pirates won’t ‘force anything’ with Frazier

SAN FRANCISCO — Adam Frazier has made the most of his opportunities this season, but Pirates manager Clint Hurdle isn’t in a hurry to expand the rookie’s role anytime soon.

Frazier went 4-for-5 in Sunday’s series finale at Dodger Stadium, his first four-hit game in the Majors. He entered Monday’s opener at AT&T Park batting .348 with an .882 OPS and four steals, impressive numbers for a 24-year-old getting his first taste of the big leagues.

Frazier has hit well and proven capable of playing a number of positions, particularly second base and both corner-outfield spots. With him thriving and the Pirates lineup lagging lately, why not give him more regular playing time?

“The understanding is this is a guy we took on to play a role on the team. I don’t believe he’s in a position right now to force anything,” Hurdle said. “When opportunities have presented themselves, he’s moved upon them. … He’s doing a very, very good job for us. It’s been fun to watch him.”

Hurdle paused and laughed.

“And he has five more hits at Dodger Stadium than I ever did,” the …

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