Official Site of the A's · Aug 4, 2017
Needing roster spot, A's option Gossett
Daniel Gossett strikes out five batters over seven innings of one-run ball against the Giants to earn his third win of the yearSAN FRANCISCO -- The A's optioned right-hander Daniel Gossett back to Triple-A Nashville in order to clear a roster spot for Kendall Graveman, who was activated from the disabled list and started Thursday night vs. the Giants.
For manager Bob Melvin, sending down Gossett a day after he had his best start of the season Wednesday night wasn't easy.
"Obviously, a tough one for us, based on the way he pitched. I explained to him that when you give up a run, you typically go down to the Minor Leagues," Melvin said jokingly.