Thomas To Be 'Everday DH' For A's
Frank Thomas will reportedly be an everyday designated hitter as a member of the Oakland A's, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Big Hurt Returns To Oakland
Frank Thomas officially returned to the Bay Area on Thursday, agreeing to terms with the A's on a contract, as reported by Yahoo.
Could Thomas, Bonds Be On Oakland's Radar?
The Athletics are playing good baseball, and it seems possible that Billy Beane would entertain the idea of signing Barry Bonds or Frank Thomas, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
A's Place Foulke On Disabled List
The Athletics have placed reliever Keith Foulke on the 15-day disabled list with stiffness in his neck, according to the Contra Costa Times.
Is Nomo's Career Over?
Japan pitching legend Hideo Nomo was designated for assignment on Sunday, and his career may be over, according to an MLB.
Giants Still Interested In Dan Johnson
The Giants remain interested in first baseman Dan Johnson, who was designated for assignment by Oakland on April 10, giving the A's until Sunday to make a move with Johnson.
Scout: A's Should Make Harden Closer
Oakland starter Rich Harden can't seem to remain healthy enough to pitch over several innings, and a scout believes that the best thing would be for the team to make him their closer, according to MLB.
Thome Suspended, Fined
White Sox DH Jim Thome has been suspended for one game and fined by MLB for “inappropriate actions” during a game last week against the Tigers.
A's Place Harden On 15-Day DL
The Athletics placed right-hander Rich Harden on the 15-day disabled list Thursday with a muscle strain, retroactive to April 3, and recalled right-hander Joey Devine from Triple-A Sacramento.
A's Designate Dan Johnson For Assignment, Add LHP Greg Smith
The A's designated first baseman Dan Johnson for assignment Wednesday, opening a spot on the roster for left-hander Greg Smith to make his major league debut against the Blue Jays, according to an Associated Press report.
Harden Scratched From Start Against Toronto
Oakland's Rich Harden has been scratched from his scheduled start against the Blue Jays on Tuesday night because of back soreness, according to ESPN.
A's Chavez Could Be Out Another Month
A's third baseman Eric Chavez could be sidelined another month after undergoing his second epidural in less than five weeks, according to an Associated Press report.
Could Boston Deal For Harden Or Blanton?
The Red Sox could be interested in dealing for either Rich Harden or Joe Blanton of the Athletics, according to the Boston Herald.
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