Among a host of roster moves this afternoon, the Athletics announced that they designated outfielder Cody Ross for assignment.
Ross was given his release last month by the Diamondbacks, who ate the $9.5 million remaining on his contract. He quickly latched on with the Athletics, but went just 2-for-22 (.091) with three RBI over nine games during his brief stint with the club.
In addition to the move with Ross, the Athletics placed reliever Eric O’Flaherty on the 15-day disabled list with a left shoulder strain while recalling outfielder Billy Burns and right-hander R.J. Alvarez from Triple-A Nashville. They also claimed outfielder Alex Hassan off waivers from the Rangers. This is the third time they have claimed him off waivers since November. Maybe he should continue to keep a bag packed just in case.
