Maxwell left Friday's spring game after getting hit in the head by a backswing, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell was replaced by Sean Murphy after exiting the field with a trainer. At this point the greatest cause of concern is the possibility of a concussion, especially since Maxwell missed a couple days in September after taking a ball off his mask. Expect an update on his status following Friday's game.

Maxwell reported to the Athletics' facilities in Arizona on Tuesday for the start of spring training, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell's attendance is notable given that his legal situation remains unresolved after he was arrested Oct. 28 in Scottsdale, Ariz. on felony charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct for allegedly pointing a gun at a food-delivery person. After failing to settle for a plea agreement Monday, Maxwell is next scheduled to attend a conference to address the matter April 13, with a Aug. 9 trial date looming if a plea deal isn't reached beforehand. Until Maxwell's legal case concludes, Major League Baseball is unlikely to levy punishment on the 27-year-old, who is projected to serve as the Athletics' primary catcher in 2018.

A's GM David Forst said earlier in the week that Maxwell remains the team's primary catcher despite his legal issues, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. "We're expecting Bruce to ready to go the first day of spring training and to be with us," Forst said. "I'm not getting involved in the legal side of this, but no one has said anything to me that makes me believe he won't be ready to go."

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell has pleaded not guilty to charges of assault stemming from allegations that he waived a gun at a food delivery person. A trial date has not been set and the belief is that the case will ultimately end in a plea deal before spring training, with Maxwell serving no jail time. Major League Baseball could issue a suspension after the legal process plays out, but it doesn't sound like the A's expect a lengthy ban, if there is one at all. The soon-to-be 27-year-old will platoon with Josh Phegley or Dustin Garneau behind the plate in Oakland.

Maxwell was arrested on a gun charge over the weekend in Arizona, TMZ Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

A food delivery person alleged that Maxwell pointed a gun at her, and he is reportedly being held in custody as he awaits an appearance before a judge. He could face a suspension from MLB if the allegation is verified. Maxwell is in line to enter the 2018 season as Oakland's primary catcher, with Josh Phegley getting starts against lefties.

Maxwell is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Dustin Garneau will serve as Oakland's backstop Sunday while Maxwell moves to the bench. Maxwell had a subpar showing in the majors this season, as he posted a disappointing .237 batting average and .662 OPS during his time with the big club.

Maxwell is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell has not started against an opposing left-hander since Aug. 3, and that trend will continue Friday against the Rangers' Martin Perez, as Josh Phegley will get the start behind the plate.

Maxwell is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Mariners, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell went hitless Monday after missing three games while going through concussion protocol. He'll get the day off as the A's ease him back into action. Josh Phegley will start behind the dish and bat eighth in his stead.

Maxwell (concussion) went 0-for-3 in Monday's 7-1 loss to the Mariners.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell missed the weekend series against the Rangers after having taken a foul ball off his mask last Wednesday versus the Tigers. The rookie backstop had logged a pair of two-hit efforts before his injury and is slashing .240/.333/.341 overall this season.

Maxwell (concussion) is starting at catcher and batting seventh Monday against the Mariners, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell is back in action after missing three games while going through concussion protocol. The backstop, who is slashing .244/.338/.346 in 104 games this season, will face Felix Hernandez in his return to the lineup.

Maxwell (head) is unlikely to catch through the weekend, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maxwell exited Wednesday's win over the Tigers in the ninth inning after taking a foul ball off the center of his mask. While he reported feeling better Friday, he apparently continues to feel some of after-effects. Josh Phegley filled in behind the dish against the Rangers on Friday and veteran Dustin Garneau is also available.