Rosenthal (hip) has drawn heavy interest from organizations in free agency and could soon sign with a team, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal missed the entire 2021 season after undergoing thoracic outlet syndrome surgery in April and then another procedure in July to repair a torn labrum in his hip, but he should be at or near full health as Opening Day approaches. Because he's far removed from his last competitive action and hasn't been working out in a team environment during spring training, Rosenthal will likely require some ramp-up time when he eventually signs, but if he looks healthy during his throwing sessions, he could end up settling into a key bullpen role no matter where he lands. Rosenthal was one of MLB's top closers during the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign, compiling a 1.90 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 38:8 K:BB across 23.2 innings while notching 11 saves in 12 chances between stops with the Royals and Padres.

Rosenthal will soon be re-examined by the doctor that performed his surgery for a torn hip labrum earlier this year, the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran closer was never able to throw a pitch for the Athletics after signing a one-year deal with Oakland during the offseason. Rosenthal turned 31 in late May and will be coming off a major procedure going into next season, so it remains to be seen whether the A's or any other organization will be inclined to make anything more than a modest financial commitment.

Rosenthal (shoulder) will undergo surgery next week to repair a torn labrum in his hip and miss the rest of the 2021 season, Shayna Rubin of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran right-hander has been on the recovery track since undergoing thoracic outlet surgery in early April, but he won't return during the second half of the season due to the hip procedure. Rosenthal inked a one-year, $11 million deal with the A's during the offseason but won't end up taking the mound for the team in 2021.

Rosenthal (shoulder) resumed baseball activities Tuesday and could start a throwing program sometime later this week, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal underwent thoracic outlet surgery April 8 and was placed on the 60-day injured list. The reliever began a strength program earlier in June and is now very close to starting to throw. Rosenthal still has many hurdles to jump before he's able to slot into the back end of the Oakland bullpen, but a mid-August return remains a decent possibility as of now.

Rosenthal (shoulder) is participating in a strength program, but he has yet to resume throwing, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal was described as "rapidly progressing" through the strength program by manager Bob Melvin. The next step for Rosenthal will be to play catch and the team has given a loose timetable of a potential mid-August return.

Rosenthal (shoulder) underwent thoracic outlet surgery Thursday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday, and he'll be sidelined for several months after he elected to have surgery. The right-hander will have a checkup in approximately eight weeks, but he's expected to miss at least 12 weeks, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. The Athletics haven't yet named a closer to take Rosenthal's place, but Sergio Romo and Jake Diekman could be the favorites to see save chances over the first half of the season.

The Athletics transferred Rosenthal (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list Thursday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

A decision has yet to be made whether Rosenthal will require thoracic outlet syndrome surgery to address his inflamed right shoulder, but his move to the 60-day IL confirms the Athletics anticipate that he'll require extended rehab time regardless. Rosenthal's long-term absence and uncertain return date make him a drop candidate in shallow leagues or in deeper mixed leagues with limited IL spots -- a disappointing development for fantasy managers who drafted him as a No. 1 or 2 closer. Oakland has yet to settle on a primary option for the ninth inning, but Sergio Romo and Jake Diekman look to be the best bets for saves at the moment.

Rosenthal (shoulder) is considering whether to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal visited with a surgeon specializing in thoracic outlet syndrome Tuesday, and manager Bob Melvin confirmed Wednesday that surgery is an option for the right-hander. Rosenthal is expected to make a decision in the coming days, but the surgery usually has a recovery timeline of at least 12 weeks. Sergio Romo and Jake Diekman should continue to be in the mix for save chances while Rosenthal is sidelined.

Rosenthal (shoulder) visited vascular surgeon Dr. Gregory Pearl in Dallas on Tuesday, who specializes in treating thoracic outlet syndrome, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 33-year-old landed on the 10-day injured list on Opening Day with right shoulder inflammation, but it appears he could be dealing with a much more serious injury. It remains unclear if the right-hander is expected to require a procedure, and the A's are expected to provide more information Wednesday. Rosenthal will face a lengthy absence if he's dealing with thoracic outlet syndrome and needs surgery.

The A's will release more information regarding Rosenthal's shoulder injury Wednesday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal saw a doctor in Dallas on Tuesday so that he could be evaluated after his initial treatment to see what the next step should be. For now, it seems like a bit of a committee at the back of the bullpen, with Sergio Romo and Jake Diekman seeming like the most likely closing options while Rosenthal is out.