Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 18-16, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics crushed the Cleveland Guardians 7-1 at Sutter Health Park.
Steady as she goes. Coming off a win by 6. That energy is baked into the score. On top of that, the 4-3 stretch tells you most of what you need to know.
Athletics Game on May 04
No game on this date.
Athletics Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Athletics crushed the Cleveland Guardians 7-1 at Sutter Health Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0 |
Highlights
- Zack Gelof went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Jeff McNeil went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Tyler Soderstrom went 3-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
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18 | 16 | .529 | W1 | |
|
Rangers
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16 | 18 | .471 | 2.0 | L2 |
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Mariners
|
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16 | 19 | .457 | 2.5 | L3 |
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Astros
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14 | 21 | .400 | 4.5 | W2 |
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Angels
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13 | 22 | .371 | 5.5 | L1 |
Oakland Athletics are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -1 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .336 | 1.017 | 18 | |
| 4 | .387 | 1.092 | 13 | |
| 5 | .244 | .824 | 16 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-1 | 2.95 | 1.34 | 36.2 | |
| 3-2 | 3.96 | 1.09 | 38.2 | |
| 2-2 | 4.46 | 1.43 | 38.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 5 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .538 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics snapped a two-game skid against the Cleveland Guardians with a decisive 7-1 win, showcasing their resilience and determination to maintain their grip on first place. Aaron Civale delivered a commanding performance on the mound, while Jeff McNeil's timely hitting stole the spotlight, underscoring the contributions from the entire lineup. This victory not only salvaged the series but also put the A's back in the win column after a week of frustrations, where they struggled with an 8-run deficit overall. With Shea Langeliers continuing to shine at the plate, batting .336, the A's seem poised to bounce back as they face the Guardians again. The vibe is warming up, and while their recent record may not sparkle, today's triumph reignited hope in Oakland.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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