Leclerc was protecting a one-run lead in the eighth inning but struggled. Despite the setback, he may be the A's best setup man until Michel Otanez (shoulder) returns from the injured list. CBS Sports ...

The Athletics agreed to terms on a $10 million, one-year contract Friday with former Texas right-hander Jose ... Leclerc has spent his entire career in the majors with Texas since making his debut ...

The Texas Rangers are in the middle of a rebuilding phase but they are not about to cash closer Jose Leclerc in as a trade chip. Wednesday morning the Rangers announced they have signed Leclerc ...