Paul Blackburn shined for the A’s in 2022 before his season ended early due to injury, and his 2023 season was slowed down by another injury stint as well. Still, Blackburn showed enough and had his moments that proved he’s still worth one of five spots in the rotation, albeit after not his best season.
How Acquired?
Blackburn was acquired from the Seattle Mariners on November 12, 2016, in exchange for first baseman Danny Valencia.
What were the expectations?
After an injury in August cut his 2022 season short, Blackburn was projected to bounce back in 2023 in a big way.