Michel Otanez (shoulder) to open season on IL

by Nicholas Rodriguez | Athletics Correspondent | Thu, Mar 20th 2:03pm EDT

Michel Otanez is going through a 10-day shutdown period before throwing again, meaning he'll begin the season on the IL. (Martin Gallegos on Twitter)

Michel Otañez is going through a 10-day shutdown period before getting back to throwing, so he will begin the season on the IL.
— Martín Gallegos (@MartinJGallegos) March 20, 2025

Fantasy Impact:

Otanez pitched 5.1 innings and struck out 11 batters in spring training before being sidelined with a right shoulder impingement. A clearer timetable for his return should emerge once he begins his throwing program.

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