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FILE - In this Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020 file photo, Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Mike Fiers (50) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game in Denver. Right-hander Mike Fiers is staying put with the Oakland Athletics, reaching agreement on a $3.5 million, one-year contract Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)

Righty Mike Fiers agrees to $3.5M, one-yr deal with A’s

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

FILE - In this May 25, 2019, file photo, Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers works against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif. Fiers and the Athletics might have reason to be downright mad. They won 97 games each of the past two seasons to finish as the second-place team in the AL West behind the Houston Astros, whom Fiers called out in November in a story by The Athletic for a sign-stealing scheme that led to season-long MLB suspensions for Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow and manager AJ Hinch. Fiers insisted at Fan Fest that he is moving forward, declining to address anything regarding what he did by speaking out or even his role cleaning up the sport. He said he owes that to his teammates. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Friendly to Fiers: A’s pitcher gets cheers in spring game

By DAVID BRANDT - Associated Press

FILE - In this May 25, 2019, file photo, Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers works against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif. Fiers and the Athletics might have reason to be downright mad. They won 97 games each of the past two seasons to finish as the second-place team in the AL West behind the Houston Astros, whom Fiers called out in November in a story by The Athletic for a sign-stealing scheme that led to season-long MLB suspensions for Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow and manager AJ Hinch. Fiers insisted at Fan Fest that he is moving forward, declining to address anything regarding what he did by speaking out or even his role cleaning up the sport. He said he owes that to his teammates. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Fiers to make spring debut Sunday in A’s split-squad game

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FILE - In this July 24, 2019, file photo, Houston Astros left fielder Tony Kemp (18) leaves the field after a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Houston. Called up in September 2017 by Houston, Kemp immediately got asked by teammates whether he wanted to be a part of the Astros' sign-stealing scheme. His answer was no, and Kemp didn't feel further pressure to do it. The second baseman arrived Friday in Oakland spring training camp and reunited with former Astros teammate Mike Fiers, who went public in November about Houston's sign stealing. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke, File)

A’s Kemp chose not to be part of Astros’ 2017 sign-stealing

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

FILE - In this May 25, 2019, file photo, Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers works against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif. Fiers and the Athletics might have reason to be downright mad. They won 97 games each of the past two seasons to finish as the second-place team in the AL West behind the Houston Astros, whom Fiers called out in November in a story by The Athletic for a sign-stealing scheme that led to season-long MLB suspensions for Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow and manager AJ Hinch. Fiers insisted at Fan Fest that he is moving forward, declining to address anything regarding what he did by speaking out or even his role cleaning up the sport. He said he owes that to his teammates. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Mike Fiers took his workouts to another level, cleared mind

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers waits to speak with the media on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, in Oakland, Calif. Fiers, the Oakland pitcher and whistleblower in the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, appeared with teammates and manager Bob Melvin at team offices. Fiers has not spoken publicly about the sign stealing since the story was published in The Athletic in November. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

A’s pitcher Fiers eager to move on from whistleblower role

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers ponders a question during an interview with the media on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, in Oakland, Calif. Fiers, the Oakland pitcher and whistleblower in the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, appeared with teammates and manager Bob Melvin at team offices. Fiers has not spoken publicly about the sign stealing since the story was published in The Athletic in November. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Fiers declines to discuss whistleblower role in cheat scam

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Jose Altuve signs autographs for young fans during the baseball team's FanFest at Minute Maid Park on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, in Houston. (Steve Gonzales/Houston Chronicle via AP) **FILE**

Beanballs, boos, lost legacy? Astros, MLB brace for fallout

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 28, 2019, file photo, Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers works against the Texas Rangers in the first inning of a baseball game, in Oakland, Calif. When future generations are documenting baseball history, Mike Fiers will surely be remembered as one of the game's most significant figures. Not necessarily for what he did on the field, though tossing a pair of no-hitters is certainly a worthy achievement.(AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Column: MLB whistleblower deserves applause, not criticism

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this May 29, 2009, file photo, USA softball player Jessica Mendoza poses for a photo in the ESPN broadcast booth at the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City. ESPN baseball analyst Jessica Mendoza tried to clarify her remarks about the Mike Fiers role in the sign-stealing scandal after criticizing Fiers earlier on a radio show. She said in a statement posted to Twitter that baseball will benefit from the sign stealing being uncovered and that appropriate action was taken. Mendoza's issue remains how it came forward. (AP Photo/File)

ESPN’s Mendoza: Fiers should have gone to MLB, not reporter

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

Boston Red Sox left fielder Andrew Benintendi divesfor but can't make the catch on a single by Los Angeles Dodgers' Alex Verdugo during the fifth inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park, Friday, July 12, 2019, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Angels throw combined no-hitter in emotional return home

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Oakland Athletics' Matt Olson watches his three-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, June 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Olson homers twice, leads Athletics over Angels 7-2

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

Seattle Mariners' Kyle Seager watches his two-run double hit off Oakland Athletics' Lou Trivino in the eighth inning of a baseball game Sunday, June 16, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Seager, Mariners rally in 8th to beat Athletics 6-3

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Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers works against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

No-no! A’s Fiers throws 2nd career no-hitter, beats Reds

By JOSH DUBOW - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics' Mike Fiers works against the Cincinnati Reds in the ninth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Oakland’s Fiers joins exclusive list with 2nd no-hitter

By MICHAEL WAGAMAN - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics pitcher Mike Fiers throws against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Fiers stays unbeaten with Oakland, A’s top Orioles 3-2

By TODD KARPOVICH - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics' starting pitcher Mike Fiers wears his nickname &quot;Kai&quot; on his jersey as he finished a visit with catcher Jonathan Lucroy in the first inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Lucroy, Fiers lead Athletics to 6-2 win over Twins

By JIM HOEHN - Associated Press

Detroit Tigers pitcher Mike Fiers throws against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of a baseball game in Detroit, Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Detroit’s Fiers leaves start with shin injury

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Mike Fiers throws in the bullpen at baseball spring training camp, Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, in Lakeland, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Fiers eager for a chance to contribute to rebuilding Tigers

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

Tigers agree to $6M, 1-year deal with RHP Mike Fiers

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