Sean Newcomb

The Athletics placed Sean Newcomb on the 15-day injured list on Saturday with left elbow inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb felt tightness in his elbow in his September 14 outing against the Cincinnati Reds and will miss the remainder of the season.

Sean Newcomb struck out three batters while tossing a perfect inning in Friday's victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

He was credited with the save, his second of the season, in the outing. After today’s performance, Newcomb holds a 2.76 ERA and 1.36 WHIP with 2 wins and 5 losses across 5 starts this season.

The Athletics acquired LHP Sean Newcomb from Boston for cash.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb was designated for assignment by the Red Sox last week. He will add pitching depth for the Athletics.

The Red Sox designated Sean Newcomb for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Boston needed to open a spot on its 40-man roster. Newcomb will head to waivers as a result.

Sean Newcomb threw four scoreless innings in relief Tuesday, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out three.

Fantasy Impact

Newcomb dropped his ERA to 3.63 with 33 strikeouts and 12 walks across 27.1 innings. While not in the starting mix, his ability to eat innings and limit damage could make him a watchlist name for managers in need of ratio control or spot work in bulk formats.