The Athletics try to avoid a sweep against the Astros in their two-game series this afternoon. Currently, they hold a 23-32 record. Despite some strong individual performances, they sit in last place in the AL West and are eight games back from the Seattle Mariners. In fact, they have lost nine of their last ten games, posting a -87 run differential.
Before this afternoon’s game, the Athletics optioned a struggling reliever down to Triple-A. At the same time, they activated a newly acquired left-handed pitcher to the active roster in hopes of turning things around.
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Sean Newcomb
The Athletics have activated newly acquired left-handed pitcher Sean Newcomb today ahead of their game. The Athletics made a trade with the Boston Red Sox on May 27th. They acquired Newcomb for cash. The Red Sox had designated Newcomb for assignment. He had pitched in 12 games for the Red Sox with five starts this year. Newcomb recorded four losses on the season with a 3.95 ERA. He worked 41 innings for Boston, giving up three home runs, 17 walks, and striking out 41 batters. Newcomb allowed opposing teams a .327 batting average during his time with the Red Sox.
Michel Otanez
The Athletics have optioned right-hand pitcher Michel Otanez today to Triple-A. Otanez has pitched in six games in relief for the Athletics this year. He recorded a 13.50 ERA through five and a third innings pitched this year. Otanez gave up two home runs, eight earned runs, five walks, and struck out six. He will continue his season pitching for the Las Vegas Aviators in Triple-A.
