1:12 PM - Justin Sterner (Ath) Athletics optioned Sterner to Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

5:54 PM - Justin Sterner (Ath) will serve as the opener in Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

10:03 AM - Justin Sterner (Ath) didn't allow a hit but gave up two walks while striking out one over two-thirds of a scoreless inning Friday against the Mariners.