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Athletics Plan Rotation Change After Pitcher Injury Evaluation

The Athletics expect to place a pitcher on the 15-day injured list following a right shoulder evaluation. A 23-year-old left-handed pitcher from Triple-A Las Vegas is expected to be called up to fill the rotation spot.

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The Athletics expect to place a pitcher on the 15-day injured list after an evaluation for a right shoulder injury. The pitcher allowed seven runs over four innings in a 9-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners. A 23-year-old left-handed pitcher from the club's Triple-A affiliate in Las Vegas is expected to be called up to take the injured pitcher's spot in the rotation.

The prospect recorded a 4.74 ERA and 1.47 WHIP across 38 innings at Triple-A, striking out 56 batters.

The player recorded three hits in four at-bats in an 8-2 loss to the Miami Marlins. The Blue Jays also placed a pitcher on the 15-day injured list with a strained left hamstring. The injury is considered mild, and the club hopes for a minimum absence.

Key Facts

Athletics rotation change
Pitcher to be placed on 15-day injured list after shoulder evaluation
Triple-A call-up expected
23-year-old lefty posted 4.74 ERA in 38 innings at Las Vegas
Blue Jays outfielder returns
Player missed just over a month with strained left hamstring

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Athletics will insert a new starter into their rotation for upcoming games.

  2. 02

    Toronto Blue Jays expect a pitcher to miss at least the minimum 15 days.

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