The Oakland Athletics designated Rule 5 pick Noah Murdock for assignment following a struggling stint in the major leagues. Murdock, who had previously shown potential in the minors, faced difficulties in the big leagues, amassing a 25-run allowance over 17 innings, alongside a troubling 20 walks. As the A's continue to perform well this season, currently positioned as fringe Wild Card contenders with a 20-18 record, they decided to move on from Murdock, opting for Elvis Alvarado instead, due to Murdock's inability to handle major league competition effectively.
Teams must keep their Rule 5 picks on the major league roster or injured list for the entire season to gain their long-term contractual rights.
The A's are out to a solid 20-18 start and at the very least look like a fringe Wild Card contender.
Murdock posted a 42.6% ground-ball percentage and a 21.4% strikeout rate - both decent numbers but not nearly enough to offset the free passes.
The free passes have remained far too problematic. Murdock has walked 20 batters and hit two more among the 98 he has faced.
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