MLB Note - Oakland Athletics Smith, Josh

Aug 17, 2017 - 2:08 AM RHP Josh Smith was optioned to Nashville to clear a 25-man roster spot for right-hander Chris Hatcher, who was acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. Smith was recalled from Nashville on July 24 for his second stint with the A's this year and did not allow a run in seven of his eight appearances. He compiled an 0.82 ERA during his second stint and is 2-1 with a 4.89 ERA in 26 relief appearances overall with the A's. Smith is 4-1 with a 3.62 ERA in 14 relief appearances with Nashville.