Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 18-16, 1st in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
The numbers paint a decent picture. They've taken 4 of 7 this week. Moving right along. Also helping: a mostly healthy roster helps the outlook.
Athletics Game on May 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Citizens Bank Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Luis Severino (2-2, 4.46 ERA) vs Cristopher Sánchez (2-2, 2.90 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSP, NBCSCA |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 63°F, Wind 4 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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18 | 16 | .529 | W1 | |
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Mariners
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17 | 19 | .472 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Rangers
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16 | 18 | .471 | 2.0 | L2 |
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Astros
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14 | 22 | .389 | 5.0 | L1 |
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Angels
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13 | 23 | .361 | 6.0 | L2 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | .387 | 1.092 | 13 | |
| 5 | .244 | .824 | 16 | |
| 4 | .221 | .730 | 19 |
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 | |
| 2 hits, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .222 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 are shaking things up ahead of a long East Coast road trip, acquiring catcher Jonah Heim from the Braves as they place Shea Langeliers on the paternity list. This move not only adds depth behind the plate but also comes at a time when the lineup is benefiting from Carlos Cortes' historic April, where he’s batting a remarkable .387, putting him among the elite in franchise history. After a convincing 7-1 victory over the Guardians, the A's sit at 18-16 and are looking to build momentum despite their recent 4-3 stretch. As they gear up for the challenges ahead, the team’s ability to adapt and leverage their newly acquired talent will be critical. With a warm vibe surrounding the squad, fans can expect some exciting baseball as they hit the road.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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