It has been a tough spring for Oakland Athletics infielder Aledmys Diaz who hasn’t appeared in a Cactus League game since February 26 due to groin and calf strains. Mark Kotsay told MLB.com’s Martin Gallegos Monday that Diaz is slated to begin a running program later this week, but likely won’t be ready for the start of the season.
Aledmys Díaz will most likely begin a running program at the end of this week, which likely means he begins the season on the IL, per Kotsay.
— Martín Gallegos (@MartinJGallegos) March 18, 2024
The A’s signed Diaz to a two-year deal prior to the start of last season.