Struggling Rookie Starter Optioned After Costly Performance
Summary
The Oakland Athletics sent pitcher Mason Barnett to their minor league team after a poor game against the Kansas City Royals. They brought up pitcher Taylor Rashi to replace him in the starting rotation.Key Facts
- Mason Barnett was sent to Triple-A Las Vegas after a bad start against the Royals.
- Taylor Rashi, acquired recently from the Minnesota Twins, was called up to replace Barnett.
- Barnett has moved between the minor leagues and MLB this season and has struggled with a high earned run average (ERA) above 7.00.
- In his latest start, Barnett pitched only 2.2 innings, giving up six runs and four walks.
- Barnett was traded to the Athletics in 2024 along with Will Klein in exchange for Luke Erceg.
- Left-handed pitcher Jeffrey Springs is expected to return from injury soon but has had a difficult season with a rising ERA and many home runs allowed.
- The A’s are relying on their bullpen to help cover pitching gaps while they manage injuries and changes in the rotation.
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