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Athletics Acquire LHP José Suarez From Mariners, Designate Junior Perez

The out-of-options lefty gives Oakland instant bullpen depth despite recent control trouble.

Apr 8, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Jose Suarez (54) throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the ninth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • A cash trade announced Thursday sent left-hander José Suarez to Oakland and put outfielder Junior Perez on waivers via a DFA.
  • Because Suarez has no minor-league options, he moves straight onto the A’s active roster and is expected to work from the bullpen for now.
  • The 28-year-old has a 6.38 ERA in 18.1 innings this season with 24 strikeouts and 14 walks, and opponents are batting .333 against him.
  • Suarez started with the Braves before a May 1 DFA, was claimed by Seattle on May 3, logged one two-inning outing for the Mariners, and was designated again.
  • Oakland assumes the rest of his $900,000 salary this year, taking a low-cost shot on a former 2021–22 mid-rotation bright spot whose 2023 shoulder strain preceded a decline.