The roster moves continue. The Oakland A’s are calling up prospect Luis Medina to start tomorrow’s game against the Angels, which will be his MLB debut. To make room for him the club optioned James Kaprielian to Triple-A Las Vegas.
We have made the following roster moves. pic.twitter.com/3YFl0np2b4
— Oakland A's (@Athletics) April 25, 2023
The move represents a bold and aggressive promotion for Medina. Acquired last year in the Frankie Montas trade, Medina comes with huge upside but major questions about his ability to throw strikes and control the ball.