The Kansas City Royals announced Monday night that they have acquired right-handed pitchers Jesse Hahn and Heath Fillmyer from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for left-handed pitcher Ryan Buchter, first baseman/outfielder Brandon Moss and cash considerations.
Hahn, a 28-year-old from Norwich, Conn., made 13 starts (14 appearances) with Oakland last season, posting a 3–6 mark and a 5.30 ERA (41 ER in 69.2 IP). The right-hander got off to a strong start in 2017, recording a 2.74 ERA (13 ER in 42.2 IP), through seven outings, including quality starts in five of his first six assignments.