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Andujar makes good first impression in Oakland debut
OAKLAND -- Miguel Andujar had no easy assignment for his first Major League at-bat in nearly eight months, going up against none other than likely future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander. Stepping into the batter’s box in the first inning Friday at the Coliseum, Andujar watched two breaking pitches go
Waldichuk undergoes Tommy John surgery, to miss rest of '24
HOUSTON – The A’s were hopeful that Ken Waldichuk would be able to boost their starting rotation at some point in 2024. Now, they’ll have to plan for the rest of the season without the left-hander. Waldichuk underwent Tommy John surgery on Wednesday in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache.
Bullpen picks up Stripling after 'bummer' of a start
OAKLAND -- You never want to give up on a game before it’s over, but with Tuesday’s game getting out of hand for the A’s early on the eve of a scheduled doubleheader, Mark Kotsay had no choice but to manage with an eye towards the next day. Ross Stripling
With Boyle sidelined, what are the A's pitching options?
OAKLAND -- One day after the offense broke out for 20 runs, the A's bats could not rally back from an early deficit as they fell to the Marlins, 12-3, in Sunday's series finale at the Coliseum, putting an end to their season-high six-game winning streak. Starter Joe Boyle lasted
A's split set with Yankees as Gelof goes on the IL
NEW YORK -- Embarking on his first full season as a big leaguer, Zack Gelof established a goal of playing at least 150 games to prove his durability. His chances of reaching that target took a hit on Thursday. After getting scratched from the A’s starting lineup on Wednesday, Gelof
Rooker placed on 10-day IL with rib injury
After a breakout 2023 campaign in which he hit 30 homers and was the Athletics’ only All-Star, DH/outfielder Brent Rooker's 2024 season is off to a rougher start. He started the season 6-for-30 (.200) with 16 strikeouts before having to leave Oakland’s game in Detroit on April 7 with abdominal
Facing sudden trouble, Kaprielian gives A's a boost
MESA, Ariz. -- With 2022 All-Star right-hander Paul Blackburn set to open the season on the injured list, there is suddenly an opening at the top of Oakland’s starting rotation, at least for now. Which means James Kaprielian’s efficient performance in a 7-2 Spring Training victory over San Francisco at
Blackburn shut down for remainder of 2022
ARLINGTON -- All-Star right-hander Paul Blackburn will miss the remainder of the 2022 season with a tear of the flexor tendon sheath in his pitching hand, the A's announced prior to Tuesday night's game against the Rangers at Globe Life Field. Blackburn was placed on the 15-day IL on Aug.
Montas optimistic after shoulder tightness ends start early
SEATTLE -- The buzz surrounding Frankie Montas as one of baseball’s most sought-after pitchers ahead of the Aug. 2 Trade Deadline has only heightened with each start. However, an early exit on Sunday now leaves his immediate future in question. On a cold Seattle afternoon with heavy rainfall in the
Montas gets scare when comebacker hits hand
ANAHEIM -- The right hand of Frankie Montas is a valuable appendage to the Oakland A’s present and future, both of which were temporarily clouded Saturday night after he took a line-drive comebacker to his two forefingers in the second inning of a 5-3 loss at Angel Stadium. Fortunately for
Kozma back in bigs for the first time since '18
HOUSTON -- Pete Kozma had already been resigned to the fact that a callup to the A’s big league roster was probably not in the cards for 2021. So when Las Vegas Aviators manager Fran Riordan broke the news, Kozma assumed he was part of some cruel prank that was
Andrus has surgery, expected back by camp
OAKLAND, Calif. -- Shortstop Elvis Andrus had successful surgery on Wednesday at the Trinity Surgical Center in Arlington, Texas, with Dr. Brigham Au, the A's announced. The club anticipates a return to health by Spring Training 2022 for Andrus, who needed to be helped off the field on Saturday after
Andrus lands on IL: 'Speaks to his toughness'
OAKLAND -- Elvis Andrus knew something was wrong. Rounding third base in an attempt to score the game-winning run on Starling Marte’s double on Saturday, the A’s shortstop clearly was in pain after feeling a pop in his left ankle while charging towards home. Determined to give his all to
A's walk-off win tempered by Andrus' injury
OAKLAND -- Entering their final home series of the regular season, manager Bob Melvin said the A’s needed to play every game like it was their last. Two games in, they’ve responded by playing with the type of desire needed to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Starling Marte roped
Bassitt back Thursday: 'Kind of miraculous'
OAKLAND -- When Chris Bassitt was involved in the scary incident that saw him take a hard line drive off his face in Chicago on Aug. 17, the prospect of a return to the mound this season was considered a long shot. Bassitt, however, refused to buy into that notion.
A's hope to have Bassitt back this week
OAKLAND -- The comeback trail for Chris Bassitt is nearly complete. Prior to Monday’s four-game series opener against the Mariners, Bassitt threw a 30-pitch bullpen session at the Coliseum, marking his fourth throwing session over the past nine days, as he continues to build himself back up. The next time
Jefferies hits IL with elbow issue
ANAHEIM -- The A’s will be without one of their long-relief options as rookie right-hander Daulton Jefferies was placed on the 10-day injured list with right elbow ulnar neuritis on Saturday. Jefferies will be reevaluated in the coming days. Jefferies, Oakland's No. 5 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, was scheduled
Bassitt throws BP session, return still TBD
KANSAS CITY -- The A's could get a major clue on Saturday whether right-hander Chris Bassitt will be able to help them down the stretch in their quest to finish with a flourish and gain a fourth consecutive postseason berth. Bassitt, working his way back from a right facial fracture
Bassitt eager to return following surgery
OAKLAND -- The A’s are still formulating their plan for Chris Bassitt’s rehab. Bassitt, however, already has his own schedule in mind for a return to action. Just two days after undergoing facial surgery to repair fractured bones caused by a line drive that hit him in the face on
Bassitt in 'good spirits' after scary injury
CHICAGO -- The A’s aren’t yet sure if Chris Bassitt will pitch again in 2021 after getting hit in the face by a line drive on Tuesday against the White Sox, but general manager David Forst wanted to reiterate on Wednesday that Bassitt’s return isn’t the biggest concern for the
Bassitt out of hospital after liner strikes face
CHICAGO -- In the second inning of Tuesday’s 9-0 loss to the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field, A’s starter Chris Bassitt was hit in the face with a line drive and had to be carted off of the field. Bassitt gave up singles to Eloy Jiménez and Yoán Moncada
Rosenthal has season-ending hip surgery
HOUSTON – A’s manager Bob Melvin revealed on Wednesday that closer Trevor Rosenthal will not pitch this year due to a torn labrum in his right hip. Rosenthal, who signed a one-year deal worth $11 million over the offseason, was scheduled to have hip surgery in Colorado on Tuesday. “He
A's mull leadoff options with Canha out
SAN FRANCISCO -- The A’s are going to have to switch things up at the top of their lineup with the absence of Mark Canha. Prior to Friday’s three-game series opener against the Giants, Canha was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hip strain. The outfielder had
Luzardo nearing return, set for rehab game
OAKLAND -- Jesús Luzardo is quickly advancing toward his return to the A’s. After completing a 51-pitch bullpen session on Sunday in Anaheim, the left-hander is now set to join Triple-A Las Vegas for a rehab start on Thursday against the Sacramento River Cats. Luzardo has been on the injured