Athletics Activate Rooker from Injured List

ARLINGTON, Texas - The Oakland Athletics activated outfielder Brent Rooker from the 10-day injured list on Sunday, slotting the two-time All-Star into the cleanup position as the designated hitter for their game against the Texas Rangers.

Rooker, 31, had been sidelined for 14 games with a right oblique strain suffered on April 9. The injury occurred when he fouled off a changeup during a 10-0 win over the New York Yankees in the Bronx. His return marked the end of a 213-game consecutive playing streak that dated back to the previous season.

To clear a spot on the 26-man roster, the Athletics designated infielder Andy Ibáñez for assignment. The team now has seven days to trade, place Ibáñez on waivers or outright him to the minors. Ibáñez, 33, was acquired off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers in February and secured a place on the opening day roster. In 11 games this season, he batted 2 for 17.

Rooker entered the season slowly, hitting .146 with six hits in 41 at-bats, including two home runs, six walks and eight RBIs before the injury. His power potential remains a key asset for the Athletics, who are rebuilding after relocating from Oakland to Sacramento for the 2025 season...