Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 12-11, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics downed the Seattle Mariners 6-4 at T-Mobile Park.
More good than bad right now. Climbed to the top of the division. On the other hand, outscored by 8 this week.
Athletics Game on April 21
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | T-Mobile Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jacob Lopez (1-1, 6.38 ERA) vs Luis Castillo (0-1, 5.40 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Mariners.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 41°F, Wind 7 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Athletics downed the Seattle Mariners 6-4 at T-Mobile Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0 |
 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 |
Highlights
- Lawrence Butler went 2-4 with 2 RBI.
- Carlos Cortes went 4-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Nick Kurtz went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Shea Langeliers went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
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12 | 11 | .522 | W1 | |
|
Rangers
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11 | 11 | .500 | 0.5 | L2 |
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Angels
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11 | 13 | .458 | 1.5 | L3 |
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Mariners
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10 | 14 | .417 | 2.5 | L1 |
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Astros
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9 | 15 | .375 | 3.5 | W1 |
Oakland Athletics are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -8 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | .303 | .951 | 13 | |
| 2 | .333 | .965 | 7 | |
| 3 | .227 | .807 | 10 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-1 | 3.34 | 0.98 | 29.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Athletics News
The Athletics kicked off their road trip in Seattle with a much-needed 6-4 victory, reclaiming the top spot in the AL West with a record of 12-11. After a rough stretch, this win showcased the A's resilience, as they rode a late-game offensive surge to overpower the Mariners. J.T. Ginn had a shaky start but found his groove, illustrating the learning curve that young pitchers often face. With the division tight and Texas idle, every win counts, and the A's seem poised to make a statement after last week's subpar showing. This victory not only boosts morale but also sets the stage for what could be a pivotal series against a familiar rival. Let’s hope the momentum keeps building as they aim to solidify their position in the division.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Texas Rangers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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