DETROIT -- Athletics right-hander Jharel Cotton (8-10, 5.81) was scratched from Monday's start against the Tigers at Comerica Park in Detroit just minutes prior to first pitch. Raul Alcantara (0-1, 12.27) started in his place.
The club did not announce a reason for the scratch. Alcantara has not started for the A's since April 7, but has made two relief appearances this month, last pitching on Tuesday at Boston when he allowed two earned runs in two innings.