Alex Hassan (hamstring) was given the start in Saturday's game, the Bay Area News Group's John Hickey reports.

Hassan (hamstring) was given the start in Saturday's game, the Bay Area News Group's John Hickey reports.

Analysis:

It sounds like he is finally healthy enough to take the field in games, so his status for the start of the season is looking positive. If he is able to make the team out of camp, his role will likely be minimal, or he could start the year with the A's and then get sent to the minor leagues once Coco Crisp or Josh Reddick is healthy.