Surkamp was optioned to Triple-A Nashville on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp was called recalled from Nashville on Tuesday to start against the Twins and gave up three runs on eight hits during 4.2 innings on the mound. The 28-year-old failed to impress and has posted a 6.41 ERA while allowing opposing batters to hit .322 against him in his time with the A's this season. Surkamp hasn't been able to last longer than six innings in all five of his starts this season, but could receive a call-up later this summer.

Surkamp pitched 4.2 innings, allowing three runs on eight hits while walking one and striking out two in Tuesday's game against the Twins. He did not factor in the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp was recalled from Triple-A Nashville (he was sent down May 16 after a poor start), but he didn't do much to stick around very long. The Minnesota offense wasn't fooled by the lefty, as he only induced three swinging strikes. Through 26.7 innings with the A's, Surkamp has an unsightly 6.41 ERA and 1.95 WHIP.

Surkamp was recalled from Triple-A Nashville to start against the Twins on Tuesday night.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp has struggled in the majors this season, posting a 6.55 ERA and 1.95 WHIP over his first five starts. Luckily for him, the Twins aren't the toughest hitters; they have a team batting average of .238, which ranks 22nd, and also 444 strikeouts, which is seventh most in the league.

Surkamp will be recalled from Triple-A Nashville to start Tuesday's game against the Twins, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp was lit up in his previous five starts with the A's, posting a 6.55 ERA and 1.95 WHIP across 22 innings. While Tuesday's matchup will be a favorable landing spot against one of the worst teams in the majors, it's risky to roster Surkamp anywhere other than AL-only leagues.

Surkamp was optioned to Triple-A Nashville on Monday, John Hickey of the Oakland Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jesse Hahn will take over Surkamp's spot in the rotation Tuesday. Surkamp failed to last longer than six innings in all four of his starts this season, but still could receive a call-up at a later point in the summer.

Surkamp's scheduled start against the Rangers on Tuesday will likely be given to Jesse Hahn, John Hickey of the Oakland Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp has been rather unimpressive over his four starts this season for Oakland, combining for a 6.55 ERA and 1.95 WHIP while never lasting at least six innings. Even though Henderson Alvarez (shoulder) suffered a setback Monday, it appears Hahn will take Surkamp's spot in the rotation, although it remains unclear if he'll stay with the Athletics or be demoted to Triple-A Nashville.

Surkamp (0-3) lasted just 2.2 innings Wednesday against Boston, giving up four runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three in a 13-3 loss.

EDGE Analysis

It seems clear at this point that Surkamp -- now with his fourth MLB organization despite only having 48 career appearances to his name -- is not an MLB-caliber starter, and maybe not an MLB-caliber pitcher at all. He's been blown up for 16 runs in only 22 innings spanning five starts and has more walks (14) than strikeouts (12). With other The clock is ticking on his time in the rotation with Henderson Alvarez (shoulder) close to returning and Jesse Hahn a candidate to be recalled.

Surkamp was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp will rejoin the A's after making four starts for the big league club earlier in the season. The left-hander has been at Triple-A since April 25, and he holds a 2.25 ERA, allowing five hits and three earned runs across two starts (12.0 innings). To free up a roster spot, the A's optioned Daniel Coulombe back to Nashville.

Surkamp has been sent to Triple-Nashville, reports Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.

EDGE Analysis

Surkamp has a 5.59 ERA in four starts this season and has only been able to get past five innings in one of those starts. He will likely go into the rotation in Nashville and will be on the list of possible call-ups back to the A's should they suffer injuries in the rotation.

Surkamp (0-1) pitched 5.2 innings, allowing two runs, seven hits and three walks while striking out three and did not factor in the decision against the Yankees on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

In his two previous starts, Surkamp was unable to get through five innings. The 28-year-old lefty has spent most of his career working out of the bullpen, and only once in his career (August 2011) has Surkamp gotten past the fifth inning. Although he's proven to be a serviceable MLB arm, his stuff is far from dominant, and he doesn't throw enough innings, which are both poor qualities for a fantasy pitcher (in most formats).