The Athletics announced a bit of shuffling in their bullpen on Tuesday afternoon, making a couple swaps just hours before starting their road trip to Los Angeles:
The Athletics reinstated right-handed pitcher Michel Otañez from the 15-day injured list and recalled right-handed pitcher Jason Alexander from Triple-A Las Vegas. The A’s placed left-handed pitcher T.J. McFarland on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 12 with an adductor…
— A's Communications (@AthleticsPR) May 13, 2025
The return of Michel Otañez should be a major boost to the relief corps. The right-hander saw success in his rookie campaign last season as he posted a 3.