Athletics promote Kade Morris from Triple-A to strengthen pitching rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Oakland Athletics are calling up right-hander Kade Morris from Triple-A Las Vegas as they seek pitching reinforcements. Morris, a 23-year-old prospect acquired from the New York Mets in the trade involving Paul Blackburn, ranks as the Athletics' No. 12 prospect according to MLB Pipeline. This season, he has made 11 starts in Triple-A, recording a 4.45 ERA with 49 strikeouts in 60.2 innings. While his promotion may not drastically change the A's postseason outlook, he is expected to provide quality innings for the rotation in the meantime.
- •Kade Morris is promoted from Triple-A Las Vegas.
- •He was acquired from the Mets in the Blackburn trade.
- •Morris has a 4.45 ERA with 49 strikeouts in Triple-A this season.
- •He throws multiple pitches including a fastball that can reach 97 mph.
- •The Athletics aim to bolster their rotation during the season.
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — Athletics call up pitching prospect acquired from Mets in Paul Blackburn deal
"The A's are turning to one of their young guys for pitching reinforcements.
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