JT Throws Rehab Pitch, Ready to Return | Oakland Athletics News

JT threw today and looked great—especially with that nagging finger—and felt zero discomfort afterward, a strong sign he’s healing. Up next: a bullpen session Saturday to decide if he’s ready to return to the rotation. Tomorrow’s starter remains TBD, with Barnett possibly shifting to bullpen or opener role. With trade deadline near, players should just focus on playing—noise can’t be controlled. Young arms with less than a year of MLB experience are stepping up with solid outings, and deep starts are key for their growth. Zach Galef took live at-bats off JT, could head to minors Tuesday if rehab stays on track, and with free agency looming, his mentorship is valuable. Final call on JT’s return hinges on how he feels after today’s 30 pitches—physical readiness for a full game is the key. 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/5b1c57ba94de356f