Right-handed pitcher Aaron Civale and the Oakland Athletics have reached an agreement on a one-year, $6 million contract, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The deal includes an additional $1.5 million in performance-based incentives, bringing the total potential value of the contract to $7.5 million for the 2026 season.
Civale, 30, joins the Athletics as a veteran presence for a rotation looking to stabilize ahead of the new campaign. Per league sources, the move signals Oakland's intent to compete for a postseason spot this year by adding established arms to their pitching staff. Civale has built a reputation as a reliable mid-rotation starter throughout his career, previously spending time with the Cleveland Guardians, Tampa Bay Rays, and Milwaukee Brewers.
The Athletics front office prioritized adding experience to the roster this offseason, and Civale fits the profile of a strike-thrower who can eat innings. Last season, the right-hander demonstrated his utility by navigating high-leverage starts during a pennant race. This signing marks one of the primary veteran acquisitions for the club as they prepare for spring training.
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