Lawrence Butler Slow-Played in Spring Following Offseason Knee Surgery

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler has yet to make his Cactus League debut as he recovers from October surgery to repair a torn patellar tendon in his right knee. While he has been taking batting practice and participating in light drills, he has not yet begun running the bases. Manager Mark Kotsay suggested a mid-spring debut is possible, but a definitive timeline remains unclear. Butler is looking to bounce back from a 2025 season where he posted a .234/.306/.404 slash line.