On Sunday at Texas, the Athletics activated SP Rich Harden from the 15-day disabled list to make his first start since April 2, but he couldn't hold a four-run first-inning lead. He allowed five runs runs and eight hits in 3 2/3 innings, walking four and striking out five in the no-decision. Harden was placed on the 15-day disabled list April 10 with a strained right shoulder. (Updated 05/11/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/17/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Harden was brilliant in two starts before going on the DL, though he has walked a few too many batters this season, issuing 11 free passes in 14 2/3 innings. He has ace stuff, and with his propensity for injury, you want to have him active for the few starts he's healthy. Barring a setback, he'll make his next start Saturday at Atlanta. (Updated 05/11/2008).
The A's activated Harden from the 15-day disabled list on Sunday, but the right-hander didn't receive a decision in the 12-6 victory over Texas. (Updated 05/12/2008)
Advice
Making his first start since April 2, Harden was unable to hold a four-run first-inning lead. He gave up five runs and eight hits in 3 2-3 innings. Harden had been on the 15-day disabled list since April 10 with a strained right shoulder. He is 1-0 with a 3.68 ERA in three starts.
On Sunday at Texas, the Athletics activated SP Rich Harden from the 15-day disabled list to make his first start since April 2, but he couldn't hold a four-run first-inning lead. He allowed five runs runs and eight hits in 3 2/3 innings, walking four and striking out five in the no-decision. Harden was placed on the 15-day disabled list April 10 with a strained right shoulder. (Updated 05/11/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/17/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Harden was brilliant in two starts before going on the DL, though he has walked a few too many batters this season, issuing 11 free passes in 14 2/3 innings. He has ace stuff, and with his propensity for injury, you want to have him active for the few starts he's healthy. Barring a setback, he'll make his next start Saturday at Atlanta. (Updated 05/11/2008).
= probable start
