Melvin says that Manaea has pitched well at 88-89 mph this year but when it’s coupled with as many pitches as he threw early it’s a concern. He’ll get an extra day off before his next start.
— Susan Slusser (@susanslusser) August 8, 2018- Chappie extended this streak last night...
Jed Lowrie needs to take a short DL stint. If his lower body really has been a problem since the collision with Piscotty, it's best for him and the team.
A's have the replacements, too.
This is like 2014 when Moss/Donaldson kept playing through their injuries
and underperformed— Casey Hellman (@caseyhellman) August 8, 2018