Mike Fiers is more than willing to take the ball if asked, but a “precautionary” absence to start the A’s second training camp means someone else will likely get the start on Opening Day.
Fiers had spent time around left-hander Jesus Luzardo, who is currently awaiting word if he’s recovered from COVID-19. Hence the preca. . .
“Same old Mike. He’s going to go out there and be consistent, throw strikes and keep people off-balance,” Allen said. “He’s going to give us a chance to win every time out there.”