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APRIL 28, 2024 • Associated Press

Outrighted to Triple-A The Athletics outrighted Lovelady (forearm) to Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Impact Lovelady held a 4.63 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 24:10 K:BB through 23.1 innings of relief this season with the A's before missing the entire second half because of a severe left forearm strain. The 28-year-old southpaw is officially off the 40-man roster in Oakland, though he'll remain part of the organization for the time being.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes to 60-day IL The Athletics transferred Lovelady (forearm) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Wednesday.

Impact Lovelady's move to the 60-day IL was merely a formality after he had already been ruled out for the season with a strained left forearm. The transaction opens up a spot on the 40-man roster for left-hander Sean Newcomb, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shut down for season Athletics manager Mark Kotsay announced Saturday that Lovelady (forearm) has been shut down for the remainder of the season, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Kotsay didn't provide any other information, but Lovelady's weekend visit with Dr. Neal ElAttrache apparently didn't yield encouraging news for his injured left forearm. The 28-year-old reliever finishes the 2023 campaign with a 4.63 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 24:10 K:BB in 23.1 innings.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing further evaluation Lovelady is slated to undergo further evaluation on his injured forearm with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, the team's official site reports.

Impact The details surrounding Lovelady's forearm issues have been somewhat murky, and the fact he'll be undergoing further consultation suggests it may be a bit more complex than initially believed. The southpaw was placed on the injured list on July 14 retroactive to July 11, and he remains shut down from throwing for the time being.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on IL Lovelady was placed on the 15-day injured list with an undisclosed injury Friday.

Impact He was just reinstated less than two weeks ago after missing time with an elbow strain, so his arm likely started barking again. Freddy Tarnok was recalled from Triple-A to take Lovelady's place on the active roster.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics activate LHP Richard Lovelady from 15-day IL, send LHP Kyle Muller to Triple-A Las Vegas

The Oakland Athletics have activated left-hander Richard Lovelady from the 15-day injured list before their game against the Chicago White Sox

JULY 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Back from injured list Lovelady (elbow) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Sunday.

Impact Lovelady landed on the shelf in mid-June with a left-elbow strain, but he spent just one day over the 15-day minimum on the IL. He's been a solid late-inning option for Oakland this year with four holds and a 3.86 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 20:10 K:BB across 21 innings.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws 20-pitch bullpen session Lovelady (elbow) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session before Tuesday's game versus the Yankees, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Lovelady has been on the 15-day injured list with a strain in his left elbcow since June 16. The left-hander will likely need to throw a couple more sessions and may need a rehab assignment before having a chance to rejoin the the Oakland bullpen in the early portion of July.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on 15-day IL Oakland placed Lovelady on the 15-day injured list Friday with a left elbow strain.

Impact Lovelady suffered the injury while making a relief appearance Thursday against the Rays. It looked serious, and the diagnosis sounds serious, but the Athletics have yet to project a recovery timetable. Chad Smith will join the A's pitching mix in a corresponding move.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled with apparent arm injury Lovelady was removed from Thursday's game against the Rays with an apparent left arm injury, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Lovelady was grabbing his left forearm after throwing a pitch and was instantly removed by trainers. The A's will take a look at him and should provide an official update relatively soon.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be in mix for saves Lovelady (0-3) allowed one earned run on a walk and no hits while striking out one across 0.2 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Mariners.

Impact Lovelady entered the game in the bottom of the eighth inning with the score knotted at 2-2. He retired two of the three batters he faced but was pulled for Garrett Acton, who was on the mound when the winning run crossed the plate. Lovelady began the season in the minors, but he has pitched well since being recalled, turning in 13 scoreless outings in 16 appearances. It's difficult to decipher the Athletics bullpen due to their lack of wins and standout talent, but Lovelady could see some save chances moving forward -- particularly while Zach Jackson (elbow) is sidelined.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Lovelady was recalled Saturday from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Impact Oakland claimed Lovelady off waivers from Atlanta on Thursday, and now he'll jump into the bullpen Saturday afternoon against the visiting Mets. Hogan Harris has been optioned.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed off waivers by OAK Lovelady was claimed off waivers from Atlanta on Thursday and assigned to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Impact Lovelady had allowed four earned runs through five innings of relief this season at Triple-A Gwinnett. The 27-year-old left-hander hasn't appeared in a major-league game since 2021 and will function as minor-league bullpen depth for Oakland.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

KC Royals trade LHP Richard Lovelady, who expressed frustration after being optioned Despite a stellar spring, Royals reliever Richard Lovelady did not make the cut for the Opening Day roster ... and now he has been traded.

MARCH 30, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Headed to Atlanta Atlanta acquired Lovelady from the Royals on Thursday in exchange for cash considerations.

Impact Lovelady failed to make the Royals' Opening Day roster and is now headed to a new organization. He'll provide Atlanta with some left-handed relief depth at Triple-A Gwinnett.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A Lovelady was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday.

Impact Lovelady had an excellent spring, pitching eight innings without allowing an earned run or a walk while striking out 10. Despite the strong showing, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports the Royals want Lovelady to work on building up arm strength after missing most of 2022 while recovering from Tommy John surgery. If the southpaw can continue his strong pitching into the minor-league regular season, it shouldn't be long before he's an option for the major-league roster.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong start to spring Lovelady has yet to allow an earned run over six innings across six Cactus League appearances.

Impact Lovelady has allowed four hits and struck out eight without issuing a walk. The 27-year-old returned from Tommy John surgery late in the 2022 campaign, logging four scoreless outings between Double-A Northwest Arkansas and Triple-A Omaha. He has 46 appearances in the majors during his career, and he should slot into a low-leverage role in the bullpen this season thanks to his strong play in spring.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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