The Oakland Athletics are eager to give Paul Blackburn an extended look at the expense of Jesse Hahn’s spot on the major league roster.
The A’s announced that Hahn will be sent down to Triple-A Nashville. With Hahn set to rejoin the Sounds, Blackburn, who had a solid debut on Saturday, will take Hahn’s spot in the rotation. In addition, Zach Neal was called up as well and will take Hahn’s spot on the roster.
In 69.2 innings of work this season, Hahn is 3-6 with a 5.30 ERA. Hahn’s last two starts came against the Houston Astros.