Mason Barnett starts for Athletics against Rays tonight in Sacramento

Mason Barnett will start for the Oakland Athletics against the Tampa Bay Rays tonight at 6:40 PM. This follows a recent pattern of inconsistent performances from the team's bullpen, highlighted by a 10-6 loss to the Rays in their previous game. Barnett, who has spent time in both Triple-A and the major leagues this season, has had mixed results on the mound, including a promising outing against the Boston Red Sox. The Athletics are looking for a spark as they navigate a challenging season and aim to develop younger pitchers like Barnett.

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