What is the Oakland Athletics record in 2026?

The Oakland Athletics are 14-12, 1st in the AL West.

Who is pitching for the Athletics today?

Jeffrey Springs (3-1, 3.34 ERA) vs MacKenzie Gore (2-2, 4.15 ERA). First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Athletics game on today?

Today's game airs on NBCSCA, Rangers Sports Network. First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

Oakland Athletics News & Updates

April 25, 2026

The Oakland Athletics were 14-12, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics dominated the Texas Rangers 8-1 at Globe Life Field.

Athletics Daily Vibe Check

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taking over first place

Can't argue with this. Climbed to the top of the division. And winning by 7 last night moved the needle.

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Athletics Game on April 25

Opponent:	Texas Rangers (13-13)
Location:	Globe Life Field
First Pitch:	07:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Jeffrey Springs (3-1, 3.34 ERA) vs MacKenzie Gore (2-2, 4.15 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	NBCSCA, Rangers Sports Network
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 54°F, Wind 5 mph

Athletics Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Athletics dominated the Texas Rangers 8-1 at Globe Life Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	3	0	0	0	3	0	0	0	2	8	9	0
	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	8	0

Highlights

Zack Gelof went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Carlos Cortes went 2-4 with 2 HR and 4 RBI.
Tyler Soderstrom went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Nick Kurtz went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Athletics Record & Standings

AL West

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Athletics	14	12	.538		W1
Rangers	13	13	.500	1.0	L1
Angels	12	15	.444	2.5	L1
Mariners	12	15	.444	2.5	W2
Astros	10	17	.370	4.5	L1

Oakland Athletics are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.

Athletics Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
23 Shea Langeliers	8	.294	.926	14
26 Carlos Cortes	4	.339	1.028	11
16 Nick Kurtz	5	.253	.895	12

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
59 Jeffrey Springs	3-1	3.34	0.98	29.2
45 Aaron Civale	2-1	3.86	1.32	25.2
40 Luis Severino	1-2	5.17	1.56	31.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
26 Carlos Cortes	5 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .357 AVG in last 3 games
22 Jeff McNeil	5 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games
16 Nick Kurtz	5 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
50 Jack Perkins	5.1 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games
59 Jeffrey Springs	7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
60 Justin Sterner	3.3000000000000003 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Athletics News

The Oakland Athletics bounced back in a big way, reclaiming first place in the AL West with an emphatic 8-1 victory over the Texas Rangers. After a much-needed day off, the A's showcased their power by making franchise history with three home runs in the first inning, a feat that set the tone for the game. Luis Severino, who started on the mound, described the team's offensive explosion as 'awesome,' and it was exactly what they needed to shake off a shaky week. Meanwhile, Brent Rooker is inching closer to a return, which could further bolster a lineup that’s finally finding its rhythm. With this newfound momentum, the A's are poised to continue their winning ways in this pivotal series.

Sources

Athleticsnation

Athletics Take First Place, Beat Rangers 8-1

The A’s sure needed that day off apparently. They marched into Texas this evening and looked like the better team in every facet of the game against the Rangers. That allowed the A’s to romp to a series-opening win and reclaim sole possession of first place in the AL West. Life is good. A’s ambush […]

Athleticsnation

Game #26: A’s at Rangers Game Thread

A much-needed day off should have our A’s rested and charged for their second stop of this road trip. After going into Seattle and taking two of three the A’s are now in Texas to take on the Rangers for a three-game weekend series. Big stakes on the line between these two as both enter […]

MLB.com

A's create franchise history with 3 loud first-inning blasts

ARLINGTON -- “Awesome.” That’s the word A’s starter Luis Severino used to describe seeing his teammates find their power stroke in a historic way Friday, belting three homers in the top of the first inning for the first time in franchise history en route to an 8-1 victory over the

MLB.com

Rooker progressing well, may not need rehab assignment

ARLINGTON -- Brent Rooker may be closer than expected to rejoining the A’s, manager Mark Kotsay said Friday before the series opener against the Rangers. “He’s really close,” Kotsay said. “The progression’s gone really well. He’ll take batting practice today. He’s already hit off a velo machine. There’s an outside

Athletics Upcoming Schedule

The Oakland Athletics host the Kansas City Royals for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.

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