Mitch Spence

The Royals optioned RHP Mitch Spence to Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Spence had been competing for a spot on the Royals Opening Day roster. He should get a chance in the majors at some point during the season.

The Royals acquired Mitch Spence from the Athletics for RHP AJ Causey.

Fantasy Impact

Spence had been designated for assignment by the Athletics. He'll add more pitching depth for Kansas City heading into camp.

The Athletics have designated right-hander Mitch Spence for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Spence and fellow right-hander Grant Holman lost their 40-man roster spots when the Athletics made the free-agent signings of Aaron Civale and Scott Barlow official on Tuesday. The 27-year-old owns a 4.77 ERA across 67 big-league appearances, 32 of which have been starts.

Mitch Spence threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing two hits and two walks while striking out one in the Athletics’ 2-1 win over the Red Sox on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Spence now carries a 4.48 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 64 strikeouts across 78 1/3 innings this season. While he’s been hittable at times with 15 homers allowed, he continues to eat innings effectively in bulk roles.

The Athletics recalled RHP Mitch Spence from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Fantasy Impact

Spence will join the Athletics bullpen. He should hold a middle-relief role.