Leclerc hits the injured list following an early exit from Tuesday’s relief appearance against the Rangers with right shoulder soreness. No word yet on the severity of the issue, but he’s likely to miss at least a couple weeks, even if it’s on the mild end of the spectrum.

An IL stint is likely looming here. That would probably result in a promotion for Grant Holman, who should have been in the A’s bullpen all along anyway.

Robert Murray of Fansided was the first to report the deal while Jeff Passan of ESPN added the financials for the 31-year-old hurler. While LeClerc has functioned in the closer’s capacity in his past, he’ll work in a setup role for the Athletics being fire-balling right-hander Mason Miller. LeClerc posted a 4.32 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and an 89/32 K/BB ratio across 66 2/3 innings for the Rangers during the 2024 season.

The 30-year-old hurler entered the season as the Rangers’ closer, but after registering a 14.40 ERA, 2.40 WHIP and a 4/6 K/BB ratio over five innings, it was time for a change. LeClerc pitched a scoreless sixth inning on Friday — though he did still allow a hit and a walk. Expect David Robertson and Kirby Yates to handle the ball in the ninth inning for the time being.