Rosenthal signed a one-year, $11 million contract with Oakland on Thursday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal will wind up making the second-highest average annual value out of this class of free agent relievers, trailing only departed Athletics closer Liam Hendriks. Rosenthal should slide right into Hendriks' former role, assuming he proves he really is the same guy who recorded a 1.90 ERA last year and a 2.99 ERA over his first six seasons and not the guy who posted a 13.50 ERA in 2019. That terrible campaign can be explained away by the fact that it was his first year back from Tommy John surgery, so there's little reason to treat him as significantly more risky than most relievers. Not only did he strike out an incredible 41.8 percent of opposing batters last season, he also walked just 8.8 percent, well below his career walk rate of 11.3 percent.

Rosenthal and the Mets could be close to reaching a deal, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The flamethrowing right-hander regained his late-inning swagger last season, saving 11 of 12 games between the Royals and Padres with a 1.90 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 38:8 K:BB over 23.2 innings, but so far this offseason Rosenthal hasn't been able to parlay that performance into a contract. The Mets wouldn't be an ideal landing spot for his fantasy value with Edwin Diaz locked into the closer role, but Diaz has faltered before, and with Seth Lugo (elbow) potentially set to miss the beginning of the season, the team could use another high-leverage arm.

Rosenthal gave up one run in a non-save situation Wednesday in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

The Padres used eight pitchers and Rosenthal and Chris Paddack were the only ones to give up runs, but as Paddack gave up six runs in 2.1 innings, the Cardinals still won 7-4. Rosenthal walked two and then gave up a single to Dexter Fowler that scored Paul DeJong. He should be available for Thursday's must-win Game 2.

Rosenthal struck out the side in a perfect ninth inning Sunday, picking up a save in the win over San Francisco.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal made quick work of the Giants, needing just 12 pitches to strike out the side and secure the win. The 30-year-old righty ends the regular season with a stellar 1.90 ERA and 11 saves in 12 opportunities.

Rosenthal (1-0) allowed an unearned run on one hit and struck out two over two innings to earn the win Sunday versus the Mariners.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal couldn't protect a one-run lead in the 10th inning, but the Padres gave him a three-run cushion in the 11th, and he was able to keep it clean in his second inning to get his first win as a Friar. He has yet to allow an earned run in seven outings with the Padres, and this was the righty's first blown save in 11 chances overall in 2020.

Rosenthal pitched a perfect seventh inning with two strikeouts to earn the save in Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Giants.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal wasn't needed in the more lopsided Game 1, but he was able to protect a 3-1 lead in the nightcap. He's pitched five scoreless innings since joining the Padres at the trade deadline, racking up three saves and eight strikeouts while allowing only three baserunners in that span. Rosenthal's strong work should keep him locked into the closing role for awhile -- Drew Pomeranz picked up a hold with a scoreless sixth inning in Sunday's second contest.

Rosenthal struck out one across a scoreless ninth inning without allowing a baserunner to earn the save Wednesday against the Rockies.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal was called upon to protect a 5-3 lead and did so on two ground balls and a strikeout. He now has nine saves on the season and both of San Diego's opportunities since being acquired by the team at the trade deadline. Rosenthal should continue to see save chances, though Drew Pomeranz and Emilio Pagan (biceps) could also factor into the closer conversation before the conclusion of the campaign.

Rosenthal struck out one in one inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal allowed a leadoff double to Robbie Grossman but retired the next three batters without trouble. It's his eighth save of the year and first as a Padre after he was traded from the Royals at the trade deadline. Rosenthal has a 2.70 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 26 strikeouts through 16.2 innings this year across 17 appearances. Drew Pomeranz, who is also in the closer conversation, allowed a walk and struck out two while pitching a scoreless eighth inning for a hold Sunday.

Rosenthal was officially added to the Padres' 28-man roster Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

The 30-year-old was acquired from the Royals in exchange for Edward Olivares and a player to be named later Saturday, and he's now joined his new team on the road trip in Colorado. Rosenthal had a 3.29 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 21:7 K:BB over 13.2 innings while converting all seven save chances with the Royals, and he'll be in the mix for saves with Drew Pomeranz and Emilio Pagan for the Friars.

Rosenthal was traded from the Royals to the Padres on Saturday in exchange for Edward Olivares and one other player, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rosenthal had a rough season in 2019, but he turned things around to begin the season as he converted on each of his seven save opportunities while posting a 3.29 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 13.2 innings. The right-hander could claim the closing duties from Emilio Pagan in San Diego since Pagan has had some struggles this season. Greg Holland or Josh Staumont could be options to take over ninth-inning duties with the Royals.