A's still considering signing LHP Okajima
Hideki Okajima - R - International Player
Feb. 5, 2013 - 11:25 AM ET
Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that the Athletics are still considering signing free agent left-hander Hideki Okajima.
Okajima pitched for the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks last season, compiling an excellent 0.94 ERA over 47 2/3 innings. The 37-year-old hasn't pitched in the big leagues since 2011 when he posted a 4.32 ERA over seven relief appearances. The A's would likely prefer to sign him to a minor league deal.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle