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The Athletics released Newcomb on Saturday. Newcomb was DFA'd by Oakland on Tuesday after he allowed seven earned runs in 10 innings with the major-league team. He's been relatively successful in Triple-A, posting a 3.22 ERA in 36.1 innings over the past two seasons, so he shouldn't have trouble securing a minor-league deal. However, he would likely need to show sustained success in Triple-A before getting another chance in the big leagues.
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The Athletics designated Newcomb for assignment Tuesday. Newcomb made just seven appearances last year for Oakland and it seems that it will be the same this year as well. After posting a 6.30 ERA across 10.0 innings in seven games for Oakland, the 31-year-old will be looking to be claimed elsewhere. In a corresponding move, Tyler Ferguson was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday.
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Newcomb (1-0) picked up the win Friday against the Twins after picking off Austin Martin for the final out of the eighth inning. It was the first time in Athletics history a pitcher recorded a victory without officially facing a batter, as Newcomb was able to escape the two-out, two-on jam he inherited from Lucas Erceg with his pick-off throw. The quick two-pitch outing and win represent a much-needed reprieve for the veteran left-hander, who'd surrendered five earned runs on four hits and three walks over the 3.1 innings covering his previous two appearances.
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The Athletics reinstated Newcomb (knee) from the 60-day injured list Tuesday. Newcomb has been on the injured list all season due to irritation in his left knee, but he has now been given the green light to return to Oakland's bullpen after making four rehab appearances. The 30-year-old southpaw gave up two earned runs in six innings during his assignment but will likely be given low-leverage opportunities as he gets used to facing big-league hitters once again. Brady Basso was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move.
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Newcomb (knee) allowed two runs over one inning in his first rehab appearance with Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday. Newcomb had his first rehab outing over the weekend with the Arizona Complex League Athletics before moving up to a higher affiliate. Making his way back from left knee inflammation, Newcomb will probably need a couple more rehab appearances before Oakland adds him to their active roster.
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| Year | Team | APP | GS | INN | W | L | S | K | BBI | HA | ERA | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | OAK | 7 | 0 | 10.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 6.30 | 1.70 |
| 2023 | OAK | 7 | 2 | 15.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 3.00 | 1.13 |
| 2022 | ATL-CHC | 20 | 1 | 27.7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 19 | 33 | 8.78 | 1.87 |
Next Matchup
| Situation | Record | ERA | INN | ER | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs N.Y. YANKEES | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| @ OAKLAND-ALAMEDA COUNTY COLISEUM | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last 7 Games
| DATE | Opp | W | L | S | INN | HA | ERA | BBI | K | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/30 | @  |
- | - | - | 1.0 | 1 | 7.00 | 2 | 0 | 3.00 |
| 6/25 | @  |
- | - | - | 1.1 | 1 | 6.75 | 2 | 1 | 2.25 |
| 6/22 | vs  |
- | - | - | 2.0 | 2 | 6.43 | 0 | 2 | 1.00 |
| 6/21 | vs |
1 | - | - | 0.1 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 6/13 | @ |
- | - | - | 2.0 | 3 | 9.00 | 1 | 0 | 2.00 |
| 6/10 | @  |
- | - | - | 1.1 | 1 | 9.00 | 2 | 1 | 2.25 |
| 6/04 | vs  |
- | - | - | 2.0 | 1 | 0.00 | 1 | 3 | 1.00 |
Upcoming Games
| date | Opp | time | Scheduled Starter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/20 | vs  |
9:40 PM | Gerrit Cole |
| 9/21 | vs |
9:07 PM | Carlos Rodon |
| 9/22 | vs |
4:07 PM | Luis Gil |
| 9/24 | vs  |
9:40 PM | Nathan Eovaldi |
| 9/25 | vs |
9:40 PM | Cody Bradford |
| 9/26 | vs |
3:37 PM | Kumar Rocker |
| 9/27 | @ |
10:10 PM | Bryan Woo |