Athletics released LHP Bobby Cramer. Cramer was designated for assignment earlier this month. The 31-year-old left-hander made his major league debut last September and actually had a 2.53 ERA and 19/7 K/BB ratio over four starts and five relief appearances with the A's. He's had some back issues recently, but should get an opportunity elsewhere.

Athletics designated LHP Bobby Cramer for assignment. He was cleared to make room for Rich Harden on the 40-man roster. Cramer has a 1.08 ERA and 6/1 K/BB ratio over 8 1/3 innings with the big club this season, but was sent back down to the minors in the early part of June. The 31-year-old southpaw could draw some interest on the waiver wire.