The uncertainty around the Oakland Athletics’ starting rotation for Opening Day continues after a couple of injury updates Wednesday from manager Mark Kotsay. Drew Rucinski is dealing with tightness in his left hamstring and will miss his next scheduled start according to a report by MLB.com’s Martin Gallegos. Rucinski’s status for Opening Day is uncertain.
Drew Rucinski has left hamstring tightness, per Mark Kotsay. He will miss his next spring start. Status for Opening Day is uncertain.
— Martín Gallegos (@MartinJGallegos) March 22, 2023
The Athletics signed Rucinski this offseason after a four-year stint pitching in the KBO.