Athletics claim Alex Hassan off waivers from Red Sox

The Oakland Athletics have added outfielder Alex Hassan to the organization, claiming him off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Monday, per a club announcement. The 26-year-old Hassan is likely slated to serve as outfield depth at the Triple-A level in 2015.

Originally drafted by the Red Sox in the 20th round of the 2009 draft out of Duke University, Hassan has been a solid career hitter in the minors, with a lifetime .291/.396/.436 slash line. He made his big league debut for the Red Sox this past season in early June, reaching base twice in nine plate appearances over three games (.125/.222/.125). He spent a majority of the season with Boston's Triple-A affiliate in Pawtucket, where he hit .287/.378/.426 in 114 games, including .327/.411/.498 over his final 70 games.

The Massachusetts native does not project to be much more than an up-and-down bench option, capable of playing first base and the outfield corners.