Travis Blackley wasn't involved in the decision after limiting the Dodgers to one run and three hits in eight innings on Thursday. Blackley matched Clayton Kershaw pitch for pitch, and though it didn't get him a second straight win, he came up big as the A's completed an unexpected sweep of the Dodgers. He has a 3.15 ERA in five starts and two relief appearances since his callup, so it looks like he's going to hang around for a while.

Travis Blackley allowed four runs (three earned) on six hits and three walks in 4 2/3 innings of Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks. Blackley struck out two in falling to 0-2. Unimpressive through his first two turns in Oakland's rotation, Blackley is off the radar outside all but the deepest of AL-only leagues.

Travis Blackley was touched up for five runs over 4 2/3 innings in a loss to the Rangers Tuesday. He gave up seven hits and two walks, striking out five. Though he has a solid 3.45 ERA (in limited action), Blackley should be avoided in most fantasy formats.

Travis Blackley will start Tuesday against the Rangers. He'll take the spot vacated by Tyson Ross, who was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento this week. Blackley tossed five innings of one-run ball Monday against the Twins as part of a no-decision, but he doesn't come recommended in fantasy leagues, especially with the tough matchup against the AL West-leading Rangers.

Travis Blackley will start Monday against the Twins. The A's were planning to use Graham Godfrey that day but needed him in relief in Saturday's loss to the Yankees. Blackley should be avoided in most fantasy formats.

Giants optioned LHP Travis Blackley to Triple-A Fresno. He posted a 9.00 ERA and 1.80 WHIP in five games with the big club. Blackley is no safe bet to make it back up to the majors again this season.

Giants purchased the contract of LHP Travis Blackley from Triple-A Fresno. Blackley was signed to a minor league contract this winter. The 29-year-old left-hander hasn't appeared in a major league game since the 2007 season.

Giants signed LHP Travis Blackley to a minor league contract. Blackley, 29, hasn't appeared in a big league game since 2007. He registered a 4.61 ERA and 45/34 K/BB ratio in 23 minor league appearances last season.