07/03/03 from the Oakland Tribune:
General Manager Billy Beane said that top pitching prospect, Rich Harden, could join the A's rotation in the not-too-distant future. "To say his arrival is imminent is inaccurate," Beane said. "He's got to fit in somewhere, and Aaron (Harang) has pitched better his last couple starts. But we certainly wouldn't hesitate to use Richie if we needed him."
Impact: During Wednesday's A's' post-game show on KFRC AM 610 there was some discussion (fans and commentators, no A's management) of demoting Lilly and trying Harden out. Trouble is, Harden hasn't been all that dominant in AAA Sacramento. But it is plain to see that Lilly isn't getting the job done. Look for Halama to maybe get another shot or the A's to look elsewhere for help.
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