The Oakland Athletics made significant roster moves early Sunday morning, marking the first trade of the 2024 season. In a trade with the New York Yankees, the A’s acquired infielder Jordan Groshans in exchange for infielder J.D. Davis and cash considerations.

Davis, who was designated for assignment recently to make room for young outfielder Lawrence Butler, now finds himself in New York as part of the Yankees’ postseason push. On the other hand, Groshans, a 24-year-old former first-round draft pick, brings versatility to the A’s infield, capable of playing second, third, and shortstop. Despite his modest performance this season in the minor leagues, the A’s see potential in Groshans.

Additionally, the Athletics made another roster move by adding right-handed veteran Aaron Brooks to the bullpen in place of the injured Jimenez. Jimenez, who had been a key reliever for the A’s, is dealing with an oblique injury which can be unpredictable in terms of recovery time. Brooks, a familiar face in the Athletics organization, will step in while Jimenez works on his return to the bullpen.

These roster adjustments come at a crucial time for the Athletics as they aim to strengthen their lineup and pitching staff for the remainder of the season. The team’s strategic moves reflect their commitment to staying competitive in the league and making necessary adjustments to optimize their performance.