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Good morning everyone! For today’s Season In Review we picked right-handed reliever Justin Sterner for the deep dive. It was a bit of a roller coaster season for the rookie, with lots of highs and a few lows in his first full season as a major leaguer.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 2

Justin Sterner Having a Sneakily Excellent Season with A's

A's reliever Justin Sterner pieced together yet another strong relief appearance to silence the St. Louis Cardinals on Labor Day. Following a dominant afternoon from starter Luis Morales, Sterner entered the ballgame to face Thomas Saggese with two outs in the sixth and the Athletics up 5-2.

Athletics News / Federal Baseball / August 7

Washington Nationals offense shut down as a home stand to forget wraps up

It was another tough day at the park for the Washington Nationals, who were unable to get anything going offensively. Jacob Lopez and Justin Sterner combined for a three hit shutout as the A’s cruised to a series victory.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 9

Former BYU walk-on rises to MLB bullpen star

If you’re a BYU fan who hasn’t been watching Justin Sterner’s journey, now’s the time to start. The former Cougar walk-on has become one of the most reliable relievers in Major League Baseball, kicking off the 2025 season with a jaw-dropping 0.00 ERA over 18.2 innings for the Oakland Athletics.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 26

A's Waiver Claim From Tampa Bay Rays Yet to Allow a Run in 2025

It's hard to have a bad outing when your entrance music is Audioslave's "Gasoline." At least, that's been the case for A's reliever Justin Sterner, who was claimed off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays during the offseason.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 15

Former Tampa Bay Rays Reliever Yet To Allow A Run All Year

Back in November, the A's made a pair of waiver claims to fill gaps in their 40-man roster. The team elected to claim right-handers Anthony Maldonado from the Miami Marlins, and Justin Sterner from the Tampa Bay Rays.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 10

San Diego Padres Star's First Strikeout of 2025 is Must-See

San Diego Padres star Luis Arraez is best known for his bat-to-ball ability, which has been exhibited by three straight batting titles, and being the last qualified hitter in the big leagues to record a strikeout this season through 58 plate appearances.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 27

Justin Sterner's Hot Spring Earns Himself a Bullpen Spot

This off-season, like most teams, the Athletics made a handful of waiver claims to fill out some spots on the 40-man roster. Over the last few seasons, the club has made some very impactful off-season waiver claims, such as All-Star and Silver Slugger Brent Rooker.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 5

Former Tampa Bay Rays Arm, A's Bullpen Hopeful, Seems to Have Added Velocity

When a player that has yet to establish themselves in the big leagues heads to a new team during the offseason, it's important to look and see what they may be doing differently to discern if said player may be in for more success in the coming season than in previous years.

MLB News / DRaysBay / November 5, 2024

Rays lose Rene Pinto and Justin Sterner to waiver claims; grant Joey Kuhnel free agency

Despite being their Opening Day catcher, Rene Pinto only played in 19 games this season The Tampa Bay Rays announced that they’ve made several moves in order to clear 40-man roster spots for the upcoming offseason, having placed C Rene Pinto, RHP Justin Sterner, and RHP Joey Kuhnel on waivers, losing all three.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 5, 2024

A's claim reliever from Tampa Bay Rays

The A's recently announced that they have claimed right-handed reliever Justin Sterner off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays. The 28-year-old made his MLB debut on May 31 in Baltimore, tossing two scoreless innings in relief, allowing two hits, walking two (one intentionally), and striking out two.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4, 2024

A’s Claim Anthony Maldonado, Justin Sterner

The A’s announced they’ve claimed righty relievers Anthony Maldonado from the Marlins and Justin Sterner from the Rays. Both players had quietly landed on waivers last week.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Last Word On Sports / June 1, 2024

Rays Prospect Makes The MLB players List

Tampa Bay Rays Justin Sterner made his MLB debut with the team on May 31st. He made it to the show and started his major league career. Sterner stood in the visitors’ clubhouse at Camden Yards on Friday afternoon, reflecting on the path that had brought him to this point.