RP - Athletics MiLB
- Age 31
- Vanderbilt
- Bats: L
- Throws: L
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- Projection (?)
- 0 pts
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The Athletics sent LHP Ben Bowden outright to Triple-A Las Vegas.
Fantasy Impact
Bowden went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment. He will remain in the Athletics organization.
The Athletics designated LHP Ben Bowden for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Bowden will likely clear waivers.
The Athletics selected the contract of Ben Bowden.
Fantasy Impact
Bowden will figure to slide into a middle-relief role for the Athletics. Luis Morales was optioned as the corresponding move.
Bowden (lat) compiled a 4.22 ERA and 1.31 WHIP with seven strikeouts and five walks across 10.2 innings over 11 appearances for Oakland in 2025. He joined camp this spring as a non-roster invitee.
Fantasy Impact
A left lat strain has prevented him from pitching in any Cactus League games. The Athletics reassigned Bowden to minor-league camp on Monday.
Ben Bowden (lat) returned to the Athletics organization on November 11, agreeing to a minor-league contract. The left-hander had elected free agency earlier in the month after being removed from the team's 40-man roster.
Fantasy Impact
Bowden's 2025 campaign with the big club included a 4.22 ERA and a 7:5 K:BB ratio over 10.2 innings before a left lat strain sidelined him in August. He is expected to be healthy for spring training but will likely open the 2026 season at Triple-A Las Vegas.
