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Heads to bench Ruiz will not be in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals.

Impact Ruiz started nearly every game in the early part of the season, but he sits here for the second time in seven games since his return from a shoulder injury. The Athletics have nothing more than individual accolades to play for at this point, so while Ruiz would likely enjoy the chance to push his total of 46 steals as high as it can go, the team will probably prioritize his long-term health and avoid overworking him at the tail end of a lost season. Lawrence Butler starts in center field Saturday.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes two bags in win Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a run scored and two steals in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over the Rangers.

Impact Ruiz singled in his second at-bat before stealing both second and third base. He then came home on a sacrifice fly from Jonah Bride to give the Athletics their first run of the game. The center fielder has really struggled at the dish as of late, batting just .188 since the start of August with three stolen bases and only one run scored. He's also struck out six times this month and twice in each of his last two games, while his last walk came back on July 1.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Monday's lineup Ruiz is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers.

Impact Ruiz started the last two days after being activated from the injured list, but he will not open Monday's game on the field. J.J. Bleday will get the nod in center field instead.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Singles, steals in return Ruiz (shoulder), activated from the injured list earlier in the day, went 1-for-3 with a stolen base in a win over the Giants on Saturday.

Impact Ruiz led off in his return and got the green light on the basepaths, leading to his 44th steal of the season. The speedy outfielder hit well during his rehab assignment, but it's nevertheless encouraging to see him get on base and free of restrictions right from the jump. Ruiz has now hit safely in five of his last seven big-league games, dating back to June 29.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

A's DFA Ramon Laureano, activate Esteury Ruiz from IL The Oakland Athletics designated outfielder Ramon Laureano for assignment and activated American League steals leader Esteury Ruiz from the...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

A's DFA Ramon Laureano, activate Esteury Ruiz from IL The Oakland Athletics designated outfielder Ramon Laureano for assignment and activated American League steals leader Esteury Ruiz from the...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Returns from injured list Ruiz (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday.

Impact The 24-year-old has been sidelined for the past month after he suffered a dislocated shoulder, but he's ready to rejoin the A's after going 8-for-20 during a five-game rehab assignment at Triple-A Las Vegas. Ruiz still leads the American League with 43 stolen bases, but his .257/.310/.329 slash line is otherwise pedestrian.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Full game at DH Ruiz (shoulder) took a full game's worth of plate appearances as the designated hitter in Triple-A Las Vegas' loss to Albuquerque on Wednesday, going 1-for-5 with a pair of strikeo...

Impact Ruiz was playing back-to-back games for the first time in his rehab assignment, although he got the night off on defense. The speedy outfielder has gone 5-for-16 with a triple, a home run, two RBI, a stolen base and two runs over four games with the Aviators, and he's eligible to be activated at any time.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays another seven innings Tuesday Ruiz (shoulder) started in center field in Triple-A Las Vegas' win over Albuquerque on Tuesday and played seven innings, going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.

Impact While Ruiz scuffled through a rough night at the plate, of overriding importance was the fact he was able to put in another robust workload after also logging seven innings during Sunday's win over Sugar Land. Martin Gallegos of MLB.com had reported prior to Tuesday's game that Ruiz had come away from Sunday's contest feeling good, which had led manager Mark Kotsay to say there was a "definite possibility" the speedy outfielder "could be with us sooner than later."

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big day in second rehab game Ruiz (shoulder) started in center field and played seven innings during Triple-A Las Vegas' win over Sugar Land on Sunday, going 3-for-5 with an RBI single, a solo home run and a s...

Impact About the only way Ruiz's second rehab game could have gone any better is if he'd played a full nine innings, but as it were, he still logged a full allotment of plate appearances. The speedy outfielder seemed to dispel any doubts about the health of his previously ailing shoulder with his time on the field and body of work at both the plate and on the basepaths. Consequently, Ruiz may have played his last game for the Aviators, although more clarity on that front likely won't be gleaned until Tuesday following the Athletics' off day Monday.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Triples in first rehab game Ruiz (shoulder) started in center field and went 1-for-2 with a triple and a run in Triple-A Las Vegas' loss to Sugar Land on Friday before being replaced defensively in the sixth...

Impact Ruiz also made a throwing error per the Associated Press, but his triple into the right-center gap during his first plate appearance was a highlight of his brief night. The plan all along was for Ruiz to only play five innings, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports, and the speedy outfielder is likely to get at least another pair of starts of potentially longer duration before activation is considered.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Further details on rehab provided Ruiz (shoulder) will participate in batting practice and throwing Thursday with Triple-A Las Vegas before officially beginning his rehab assignment with the Aviators on Friday, the...

Impact This follows a Tuesday report that Ruiz was likely to begin a rehab assignment by this weekend. The more precise timeline provided Wednesday is encouraging news, as it potentially puts Ruiz on a timeline to be back with the Athletics to open August.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rehab assignment teed up Ruiz (shoulder) is slated to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas by this weekend, the Associated Press reports.

Impact Ruiz has already been engaged in pre-game throwing and hitting for a few days, and the team's official site reports the speedy outfielder has made enough progress to where it's apparent the strength in his shoulder is back. As such, Ruiz is expected to remain with the Athletics through Wednesday before embarking to Las Vegas soon thereafter for what should be a multi-game rehab assignment.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making solid progress Ruiz (shoulder) is taking batting practice and has begun throwing, the team's official site reports.

Impact Ruiz's ability to progressively up his throwing distance is "the biggest thing" to monitor according to manager Mark Kotsay as the speedy outfielder continues to recover from his right shoulder subluxation. Despite the encouraging report, Ruiz remains without a timetable for return, and he could certainly need at least a brief rehab assignment before being deemed ready for activation.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Further along' than expected Ruiz (shoulder) has resumed hitting off a tee and manager Mark Kotsay said Friday that Ruiz is "further along than I thought he would be," Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ruiz remains without a set timetable to return to major-league action after suffering a right shoulder subluxation, but these words from the skipper are encouraging. There are still several important hurdles to clear, and it's possible Ruiz will need a minor-league rehab assignment before being activated. He still leads the majors in steals but his lead is down to two over Ronald Acuna (41).

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics place major league steals leader Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list

The Oakland Athletics placed major league steals leader Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list Friday because of a right shoulder injury

JULY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A's place steals leader Esteury Ruiz (shoulder) on IL The Oakland A's put center fielder Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list Friday with a right shoulder subluxation.

JULY 7, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Heads to IL with shoulder injury Ruiz was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with a right shoulder subluxation, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact The partial dislocation of Ruiz's shoulder occurred when he dove back to first base on a pickoff attempt Wednesday against the Tigers. It's not clear at this point how long the major league stolen base leader might be sidelined. JJ Bleday could be in line to see the bulk of the starts in center field for the Athletics while Ruiz is on the shelf.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from Thursday's lineup Ruiz (shoulder) is not in the lineup for Thursday's tilt in Detroit, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ruiz had to be removed from Wednesday's win over the Tigers after tweaking his right shoulder when he dove back into first base on a pickoff attempt. He underwent testing, with the results not yet available. If if Ruiz avoids a serious injury, it wouldn't be a surprise to see the Athletics hold him out until after the All-Star break. JJ Bleday will cover center field Thursday.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing imaging Ruiz will undergo X-rays and an MRI on his right shoulder Thursday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ruiz reportedly felt "something" in his right shoulder while diving back to first base during Wednesday's win over Detroit, and his results will help determine what the issue is. The speedy outfielder is slashing .257/.310/.329 on the season and nabbed his MLB-leading 43rd steal Wednesday.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes 42nd base Saturday Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a double, a walk, a stolen base and a run in an extra-inning win over the White Sox on Saturday.

Impact Ruiz made his 15th appearance out of the bottom of the order this season but still found multiple ways to contribute, extending a modest hitting streak to three games in the process. The speedy outfielder has been consistently delivering at the plate since mid-June, as he owns a .286 average with four doubles, five RBI, three walks, 11 steals and four runs in his last 15 games. Therefore, despite the occasional cameo in the No. 9 hole, Ruiz should still continue operating out of the top of the order more often than not.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'He's special': Ruiz an electrifying force for A's OAKLAND -- Esteury Ruiz has already raced his way into the record books on a few occasions this season. On Tuesday, the speedster notched ye...

JUNE 28, 2023 • MLB.COM

Reaches 40-steal mark Ruiz went 2-for-3 with one RBI and a stolen base in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Yankees.

Impact Ruiz entered Tuesday 0-for-12 over his last three games, but that drought is over. He posted his major-league leading 40th steal of the year after his RBI single in the third inning. Ruiz was again at the bottom of the order against a right-handed pitcher, with Tony Kemp at leadoff. It's unclear if this is just a temporary switch to get Ruiz going again or a more permanent lineup change. The 24-year-old speedster is slashing .263/.318/.338 with one home run, 32 RBI and 31 runs scored across 78 contests and should maintain a near-everyday role.

JUNE 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 24, 2023 • MLB.COM

Dips to ninth in order Ruiz is hitting ninth and starting in center field Saturday against the Blue Jays.

Impact Ruiz is out of the leadoff spot in a game he's started for the first time since April 16. It's unclear why the A's made the switch, as he's maintained a .279 average and .311 on-base percentage across his last 10 games, neither of which is a significant departure from his line on the season. Tony Kemp takes over duties atop the order.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Athletics place major league steals leader Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list