Manager Bob Melvin said Tuesday that Triggs (back) is unlikely to pitch agains this season, MLB.com's Jane Lee reports.

EDGE Analysis

The A's were hoping to get Triggs back at some point this season, but it appears the back injury he suffered in his last start will prevent him from taking the mound again until 2017. Triggs posted a 2.95 ERA over 16 relief appearances with the Nashville and started six games for the A's this season, so he should get a chance to earn a spot with the big league club during spring training.