BRANDON BIELAK NEWS

Signs with Snakes Bielak signed a minor-league contract with the Diamondbacks on Tuesday that includes an invitation to spring training, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Bielak gave up 17 earned runs over 29.2 innings between the Astros and Athletics last season. Most of his time was spent in the minors, however, where he still struggled with a 6.08 ERA and 1.60 WHIP over 66.2 frames. He'll now attempt to bounce back during spring camp with the D-backs, though his recent struggles will most likely keep him in an organizational depth role.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Outrighted to Triple-A The Athletics outrighted Bielak to Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Impact Bielak is no longer on the 40-man roster but will remain in the organization for the time being. He holds a 5.16 ERA and 14:13 K:BB over 29.2 frames this season between the Astros and Athletics.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from 40-man roster Bielak was designated for assignment by the A's on Sunday.

Impact After throwing four scoreless innings against the Cubs on Sept. 16, Bielak unraveled in his appearance Friday against the Yankees, allowing four runs on two hits and four walks over 1.2 innings. He'll be replaced on the roster by Joe Boyle and subjected to waivers, which Bielak cleared when he was previously DFA'd by Oakland in May.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned to big leagues The Athletics selected Bielak's contract from Triple-A Las Vegas on Sunday.

Impact He'll provide Oakland will a fresh arm out of the bullpen heading into Sunday's series finale with the Tigers while he joins the Athletics' 28-man roster as a replacement for lefty Brady Basso, who was sent back to Las Vegas after starting in Saturday's 2-1 loss. After acquiring from the Astros in mid-May, Bielak gave up two earned runs across 5.2 innings over his three relief appearances before Oakland cast him off its 40-man roster two weeks following the trade.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent outright to Triple-A Bielak cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Las Vegas by the Athletics on Wednesday.

Impact Bielak has been booted from Oakland's 40-man but will remain in its organization. The right-hander has posted a 5.09 ERA and 12:8 K:BB over 23 innings this season between the Astros and Athletics.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Oakland Athletics make four roster moves with pitchers, add Australian native Jack O'Loughlin

The Oakland Athletics have selected the contract of Australian native Jack O’Loughlin and recalled fellow pitcher Tyler Ferguson from Triple-A Las Vegas on Saturday

MAY 25, 2024 • Associated Press

Ragans throws 7 scoreless innings as Royals win 6-2 and extend A's skid to season-high 6

Cole Ragans allowed two hits in seven scoreless innings, Michael Massey and Maikel Garcia homered and the Kansas City Royals beat Oakland 6-2 to extend the Athletics losing streak...

MAY 18, 2024 • Associated Press

A's acquire right-hander Brandon Bielak from Astros for cash

The Oakland Athletics have acquired right-hander Brandon Bielak from the Houston Astros for cash

MAY 16, 2024 • Associated Press

Astros trade RHP Brandon Bielak to A's for cash The Houston Astros dealt right-hander Brandon Bielak to the Oakland Athletics on Thursday for cash considerations.He was designated for assi...

MAY 16, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

A's acquire right-hander Bielak in trade with Astros The A's acquired right-handed pitcher Brandon Bielak from the Astros in exchange for cash considerations on Friday. To make room on Oakland'...

MAY 16, 2024 • MLB.COM

Alvarez and Caratini homer as Astros beat Rangers 10-5 for a series split after Valdez scratched

Yordan Alvarez and Victor Caratini homered as Houston rallied from an early deficit to beat the Texas Rangers 10-5 after Astros scheduled starter Framber Valdez was scratched becau...

APRIL 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Sent back to Triple-A Houston optioned Bielak to Triple-A Sugar Land on Friday.

Impact Bielak allowed three earned runs over 5.1 innings of long relief in the Astros' blowout loss to the Red Sox on Thursday. He threw 112 pitches during that appearance and wasn't going to be available for the next handful of days.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Houston recalled Bielak from Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Bielak has worked as a fill-in starter at times this year for the Astros, but he'll return Thursday in a long relief role. The 27-year-old right-hander carries a 3.74 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 59:33 K:BB through 74.2 major-league innings in 2023.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Bielak was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Jose Urquidy (shoulder) rejoining Houston's rotation later this week, Bielak was sent to the minors to allow the Astros to bolster the bullpen in the short term. Bielak had a 2.63 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and a 22:15 K:BB in 27.1 innings over his last five starts.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another rough start Bielak (5-6) took the loss Sunday, allowing six runs (three earned) on eight hits and three walks over five innings against the Rays. He struck out four.

Impact After being tagged for six runs (three earned) in his last start, Bielak surrendered six more against the Rays on Sunday. He struggled with control once again, allowing three or more walks for the fifth time in his last six starts, and now owns an ugly 59:33 K:BB through 74.2 innings (14 appearances). With Jose Urquidy (shoulder) set to return to the Astros rotation this week, Bielak will likely be the odd man out and retreat to the bullpen.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roughed up Monday Bielak pitched 4.2 innings against Texas on Monday, allowing six runs (three earned) on six hits and four walks while striking out five batters in a no-decision.

Impact Bielak's final line was softened a bit by the fact that three of the runs against him were unearned, but it was nonetheless a poor outing by the right-hander. He threw just 59 of 102 pitches for a strike and tied a season high with four walks while surrendering a pair of long balls. Nonetheless, Bielak managed to escape with a no-decision thanks to a productive performance by Houston's offense, keeping his record even at 5-5. Bielak had been pitching well in July coming into Monday, posting a 1.02 ERA and 0.85 WHIP over three starts, so the rough outing shouldn't impact his place in the rotation for now. However, Jose Urquidy (shoulder) is on track to return to the rotation in early August, which could send Bielak to the bullpen.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shuts down Colorado for fifth win Bielak (5-5) earned the win Wednesday, allowing one hit and three walks over 5.2 scoreless innings against the Rockies. He struck out four.

Impact Bielak held the Rockies to one hit in the winning effort, though came an out short of logging a quality start after walking a pair in the sixth inning. Bielak has impressed since returning from Triple-A in early July, going 2-1 with a 1.02 ERA and a 0.85 WHIP across three starts (17.2 innings). Overall, the 27-year-old right-hander's ERA is down to 3.46 with a 1.40 WHIP and 50:26 K:BB through 65 innings this season. Bielak should have a safe role in Houston's rotation until Jose Urquidy (shoulder) is ready to return from the IL. He's lined up for a tough home matchup with the Rangers early next week.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Bielak sharp for 5 2/3 innings as Houston Astros beat Colorado Rockies 4-1

Brandon Bielak pitched one-hit ball into the sixth inning, and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 4-1

JULY 19, 2023 • Associated Press

Receives little help in loss Bielak (4-5) took the loss Sunday against the Mariners, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and a walk while striking out five over five innings.

Impact Bielak blanked the Mariners through the first three frames but could not escape the trouble in the fourth. The inning started with a fielding error and a hit batsman before two doubles plated three runs. Bielak kept the Mariners' bats in check otherwise, and although he was a little wild hitting two batters, he only issued one walk after walking four in his last start. The 27-year-old now holds a 3.79 ERA, 1.47 WHIP and 46:23 K:BB over 59.1 innings and should be good for at least a few more starts until Jose Urquidy (shoulder) is ready to return from the injured list.

JULY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blanks Rockies in MLB return Bielak (4-4) earned the win Tuesday, allowing two hits and four walks over seven scoreless innings in a 4-1 victory over the Rockies. He struck out four.

Impact In his first MLB appearance since being optioned to Triple-A on June 17, Bielak recorded his first scoreless outing of the campaign. Tuesday's performance was also Bielak's longest start of 2023 and was just the third time he's lasted more than six innings. However, Bielak also set a season high in walks. After the strong showing, Bielak's ERA is down to 3.81 while holding a 41:22 K:BB and a 1.6 HR/9 through 54.1 innings.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Bielak pitches Astros past Rockies Brandon Bielak logged seven shutout innings in his first start in two-plus weeks as the host Houston Astros picked up a 4-1 win on Tuesday i...

JULY 4, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Chandler Rome: Brandon Bielak will start Tuesday's game... - The Athletic Brandon Bielak will start Tuesday’s game against the Rockies at Minute Maid Park to give J.P. France an extra day of rest. France will pitch...

JULY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Drawing start Tuesday Bielak will start for the Astros on Tuesday against the Rockies, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The Astros will push J.P. France back a day and also give Framber Valdez (ankle) a little extra time. Bielak has posted a 4.37 ERA and 37:18 K:BB over 47.1 innings this season, making eight starts and one relief appearance. The Rockies away from Coors Field is about as good of a matchup as it gets, but Bielak still isn't a great streaming option.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option to start Tuesday Bielak will be available in relief Monday versus the Rangers but is an option to start Tuesday against the Rockies, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Bielak was recalled earlier Monday following a brief stint back in the minors. J.P. France is on turn to start Tuesday and remains an option, as well, but he could get pushed back a day depending on whether Framber Valdez (ankle) is ready.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in majors The Astros recalled Bielak from Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bielak will return to Houston as a replacement for Shawn Dubin, who had previously been called up from Sugar Land on June 18 to fill Bielak's spot on the 26-man active roster. Though he made just one start for Sugar Land during his brief time in the minors, Bielak showed well in that June 24 outing, covering six innings while allowing one earned run on five hits and one walk. Bielak looks poised to re-enter the Houston rotation the next time the team requires a fifth starter Friday versus the Mariners, though he could be needed as soon as Tuesday or Wednesday against the Rockies in the event Framber Valdez needs more time to recover from an ankle injury.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE