Simpson Promoted to Double-A
August 25, 2024 - Midwest League (MWL)
Lansing Lugnuts News Release
The Lansing Lugnuts announced the following roster change, in conjunction with the Oakland Athletics:
- Infielder Will Simpson promoted to Midland (Double-A - Texas League).
The updated Lansing roster now has 27 active players and three players on the Injured List.
The 22-year-old Simpson was a smash hit in his first Lugnuts season; he currently leads the Midwest League in RBIs (81), runs scored (68) and extra-base hits (47) and is only one off the doubles lead (28-27) and total bases lead (191-190). The native of Sammamish, Wash., was drafted by the A's in the 15th round in 2023 from the University of Washington. He replaces 2024 first-rounder Nick Kurtz, who was placed on the Injured List by Midland.
For more information, call (517) 485-4500 or visit milb.com/lansing.
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