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Sean Newcomb, Freddy Tarnok ‘slightly behind’ other pitchers after offseason surgeries

The Oakland Athletics placed one pitcher on the 60-day injured list Wednesday and they have two more that are limited as spring camp gets underway. MLB.com’s Martin Gallegos reported that Sean Newcomb and Freddy Tarnok are both slightly behind the rest of the group after undergoing surgery during the offseason.

A's injuries: Aside from Ken Waldichuk, Mark Kotsay mentioned Sean Newcomb and Freddy Tarnok as two pitchers who are "slightly behind" the rest of the group as they return from surgeries. Both are progressing well on slower programs but may not play in spring games right away.