Jeffrey Springs: From Tampa Bay Rays to Oakland Athletics in Six-Player Trade

Jeffrey Springs is a professional baseball pitcher who has recently been traded from the Tampa Bay Rays to the Oakland Athletics. Springs, born on September 20, 1992, in Belmont, North Carolina, was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 30th round of the 2015 MLB Draft. He has also played for the Boston Red Sox before joining the Rays.

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Springs had a significant breakthrough in 2022 with the Rays, but his 2023 season was cut short due to a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow, which required Tommy John surgery. He made a strong comeback in 2024, posting a 3.27 ERA in seven starts, with 37 strikeouts and 11 walks in 33 innings.

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The trade to the Athletics is part of a six-player deal. The Rays received right-handers Joe Boyle and Jacob Watters, first baseman Will Simpson, and a Competitive Balance A round draft pick in exchange for Springs and another player. This move is seen as a significant upgrade for the Athletics' rotation as they aim to compete in the American League West.

Springs is set to earn $10.5 million each of the next two seasons, with a $15 million club option for 2027. His acquisition by the Athletics comes on the heels of their signing of free agent Luis Severino, further bolstering their pitching staff.