Daulton Jefferies getting second chance with Oakland A’s

Feb 28, 2021; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Daulton Jefferies (66) throws in the first inning during a spring training game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Hohokam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Daulton Jefferies had finally made his major league debut in 2020. The minor league control artist had gotten his chance late in the year, potentially getting a chance to stake a claim in the Oakland A’s rotation for the 2021 season. Instead, he imploded, allowing five runs in his two innings, as he just was not ready for the moment.

On Sunday, he will get a second chance to make a first impression. With James Kaprielian heading to the Injured List due to a…