BURCH SMITH SENT TO THE ATHLETICS
The Oakland Athletics acquired pitcher Burch Smith from the San Francisco Giants for cash considerations.
What does it give the Oakland Athletics
In Smith, the A's land a right-hander who pitched very well for the Giants in a relief role last season (8.2 IP, 2.08 ERA) after struggling badly in Milwaukee. He has a chance to break camp with Oakland with a strong spring.
What does it give the San Francisco Giants
The Giants recently designated Smith for assignment, so they were able to get back some cash from their Bay Area rivals in Oakland. San Francisco felt comfortable with their current bullpen situation.
Fantasy impact
For now, Smith should remain undrafted and on the waiver wire/free agency in most leagues to begin 2020. However, keep an eye on his situation this year (in case he emerges as a late-inning relief option for Oakland).
