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Athletics Claim Left-Hander Jared Shuster, Designate Gio Urshela

The A’s are bolstering young pitching depth, setting the stage for Urshela’s likely waiver clearance

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Overview

  • Jared Shuster was sent to Triple-A Las Vegas after Oakland claimed him off waivers from the White Sox to free up a 40-man roster spot
  • Designation for assignment removed Gio Urshela from the roster and initiated a waiver process under his one-year, $2.15 million contract
  • Urshela slashed .238/.287/.326 with a 68 wRC+ in 2025 and is expected to clear waivers or elect free agency while still collecting his guaranteed salary Infielder Brett Harris was recalled to fill Urshela’s active roster role at third base as part of the club’s youth shift
  • At 27, Shuster enters his final minor-league option year after a 5.27 ERA in 141 2/3 big-league innings and will be evaluated for long-term pitching potential