ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 12: Daulton Jefferies #66 of the Oakland Athletics throws in his major league debut against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at Globe Life Field on September 12, 2020 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
The Oakland A’s theoretically have eight pitchers for their starting rotation, but only five spots. It had appeared as though the rotation was set, with Mike Fiers slotted as the A’s fifth starter. However, he will begin the season on the Injured List, as his hip inflammation is still a problem.
Meanwhile, another opening may be about to appear in the rotation.