A's reliever Justin Sterner out for season after knee surgery
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 11:03 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Athletics reliever Justin Sterner underwent right knee surgery in Los Angeles on August 13 and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. The operation was deemed necessary following ongoing issues with his knee, which have hampered his performance during the year. Sterner's absence will impact the Athletics' bullpen depth as they approach the final stretch of the season.
- •Justin Sterner had surgery on August 13 in Los Angeles.
- •He will miss the rest of the 2026 MLB season.
- •Sterner's knee issues have affected his performance this year.
- •This situation reduces the Athletics' relief pitching options.
- 11:03 PMESPN MLB — A's Sterner out rest of season after knee surgery
"Athletics reliever Justin Sterner underwent right knee surgery in Los Angeles on Thursday and will miss the rest of the season.
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