A’s acquire pitcher Lucas from Cards
Craig TaylorThe A’s and Cardinals completed a trade on Saturday that will send right-handed reliever Josh Lucas to Oakland in exchange for Minor League right-hander Casey Meisner, both clubs announced. OAK Homepage News
Month: March 2018
MLB
A’s usher in new season in walk-off fashion
The A’s used their power to erase a four-run deficit, their bullpen to keep them afloat and a dose of extra-inning, Boog Powell-fueled energy to christen the 2018 season with a walk-off win on Thursday afternoon. OAK Homepage News
Fowler, 4 others optioned to Triple-A
The A’s have opted to start Dustin Fowler at Triple-A, instead going with Boog Powell as the left-handed complement to their center-field platoon to begin the season. OAK Homepage News
TJ surgery recommended for top prospect Puk
Crushing news befell the A’s on Tuesday. Their top prospect, left-hander A.J. Puk, has been recommended for Tommy John surgery. OAK Homepage News
Outfield situation starting to come into focus
The Athletics have penciled in Stephen Piscotty as their everyday right fielder and plan to platoon Chad Pinder and Matt Joyce in left. The situation in center field isn’t as clear. OAK Homepage News