Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 15-13, 1st in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Things are trending well. Plus-8 in run differential this stretch. And only 2 on the IL. Health is a factor.
Athletics Game on April 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Sutter Health Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | TBD (TBD) vs Kris Bubic (2-1, 4.08 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Royals.TV, NBCSCA |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 53°F, Wind 1 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Athletics
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15 | 13 | .536 | W1 | |
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Rangers
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14 | 15 | .483 | 1.5 | L2 |
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Mariners
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14 | 16 | .467 | 2.0 | L1 |
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Angels
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12 | 18 | .400 | 4.0 | L4 |
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Astros
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11 | 18 | .379 | 4.5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | .377 | 1.122 | 13 | |
| 8 | .304 | .924 | 14 | |
| 5 | .242 | .856 | 12 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-0 | 3.24 | 1.08 | 25.0 | |
| 3-2 | 3.79 | 1.01 | 35.2 | |
| 2-1 | 3.86 | 1.32 | 25.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .667 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 scoreless IP, 8 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
Carlos Cortes is making a name for himself, earning AL Player of the Week honors and batting an impressive .377, while the Athletics continue to show they’re no fluke with a solid 15-13 record. Their recent 2-1 victory over the Texas Rangers underscores a team that knows how to grind out wins, buoyed by a +8 run differential in the last week. This isn't just about the stars, but about the unsung heroes like Cortes and Ildemaro Vargas stepping up when it counts. As the A’s tick along, they’re proving that an intact roster matters, and as long as Cortes and Shea Langeliers (hitting .304) keep raking, fans can feel optimistic about their chances in the AL West.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics host the Cleveland Guardians for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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