Jul 8, 2021; San Diego, California, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) walks to the dugout after being replaced during the fourth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
The biggest problem facing the Oakland A’s over the past few seasons has been a lack of a true ace atop their rotation. While they have a solid pitching staff, capable of reaching the postseason, missing that ace has hindered their ability to advance. It is just a matter of finding that ace to fill that void.
There is a possible solution on the horizon.