The Athletics acquired catcher Austin Wynns from the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday for cash considerations. The club also designated right-hander Carlos Duran for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster.

The Athletics acquired catcher Austin Wynns from the Cincinnati Reds for cash on Sunday. In another move announced Sunday, the Milwaukee Brewers claimed outfielder Drew Avans off waivers from the Athletics and assigned him to their Triple-A Nashville affiliate.

The Athletics picked up catcher Austin Wynns, who has a batting average of .400 this season, in a trade with the Reds on Sunday With a 25-41 record heading into play on Sunday, it's clear that the Athletics need help at several different spots on their roster.