The A’s quest to fortify their rotation took another big step this morning with the impending acquisition of LHP Jeffrey Springs from Tampa Bay along with 26 year old LHP Jacob Lopez. Going to the Rays are P Joe Boyle, 1B prospect Will Simpson, pitching prospect Jacob Watters, and the A’s Round A comp pick.
To me, this deal is all about Springs’ health going forward as he proved himself to be a legitimate #2-#3 level SP in 2022 before succumbing to Tommy John surgery. He has only thrown 49 IP since returning.
Here are the “pluses and deltas” surrounding Springs:
Pluses.