Dallas Keuchel is getting another chance in pro baseball after agreeing to a minor league contract with the Athletics. The veteran left-hander will report to the club’s Triple-A affiliate in Las Vegas as he works toward a possible return to the majors.
The move gives the Athletics an experienced arm to evaluate in the upper minors. Keuchel, now 38, is trying to restart his career with a new organization after spending an extended period away from the spotlight.
A minor league deal does not guarantee a spot on the major league roster, but it gives Keuchel a path to pitch in games and show whether he can still help a big league staff. For the Athletics, it is a low-risk addition that could provide depth if he performs well in Las Vegas.
Keuchel’s next steps will come with Triple-A Las Vegas, where his performance will determine whether he can push for a call-up. The signing puts a familiar name back into the pitching picture as the Athletics take a look at a veteran seeking a fresh start.
