Athletics Sign Reliever José Leclerc to One-Year, $10 Million Deal

The former Texas Rangers pitcher is expected to play a key role in Oakland's bullpen during the 2025 season.

José Leclerc, 31, joins the Oakland Athletics after spending his entire career with the Texas Rangers since debuting in 2016.
The one-year contract is worth $10 million, as reported by multiple sources, and positions Leclerc in a high-leverage bullpen role.
Leclerc contributed significantly to the Rangers' 2023 World Series title run, posting a 3.29 ERA in 13 postseason appearances with four saves.
In the 2024 season, he recorded a 4.32 ERA, 89 strikeouts, and a .193 batting average against right-handed hitters in 66 2/3 innings across 64 games.
To make roster space for Leclerc, the Athletics designated right-hander Will Klein, who struggled with an 11.05 ERA in 2024, for assignment.