Athletics Add Roycroft to Bullpen | Oakland Athletics News

The Athletics snagged right-hander Chris Roycroft off waivers, a 95-mph fastball pitcher with elite extension and a solid ground ball rate—perfect for their bullpen needs. While his strikeout numbers are modest and his sinker has been hit hard, the A’s are in a position to take risks with open roster spots. This is a short-term audition to find hidden gems, and Roycroft’s stuff, location, and ground ball tendencies make him a promising candidate to bolster their relief corps for the future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7625e6daa446c7c7