Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 26-24, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics escaped with a win against the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 at Angel Stadium.
Ticking along. Going 4-3 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. And took last night by 1. That matters.
Athletics Game on May 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Petco Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jeffrey Springs (3-4, 3.93 ERA) vs Walker Buehler (3-2, 5.01 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 59°F, Wind 3 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Athletics escaped with a win against the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 at Angel Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
|
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26 | 24 | .520 | W3 | |
|
Rangers
|
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24 | 25 | .490 | 1.5 | W2 |
|
Mariners
|
|
24 | 27 | .471 | 2.5 | W1 |
|
Astros
|
|
20 | 31 | .392 | 6.5 | L1 |
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Angels
|
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17 | 34 | .333 | 9.5 | L3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .278 | .921 | 36 | |
| 12 | .321 | .970 | 27 | |
| 4 | .345 | .963 | 16 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | 2.98 | 1.07 | 51.1 | |
| 2-5 | 4.23 | 1.44 | 61.2 | |
| 5-1 | 3.31 | 1.39 | 51.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 7 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 8.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics secured a gritty 3-2 extra innings victory over the Los Angeles Angels, clinching three out of four in the series, thanks to more late-game heroics that showcased their resilience. This marked their fourth consecutive comeback win, with Zack Gelof continuing to shine with his hustle, breathing life into an offense that thrives on grit. However, it's bittersweet news on the injury front, as Denzel Clarke's rehab has stalled due to a hamstring setback, pushing his return further into the season. On top of that, Gunnar Hoglund's season is officially over after undergoing hip surgery, which adds insult to injury for a team already grappling with depth issues. Still, with a .500 record, the A's have proven they can battle back, and that fighting spirit will be crucial as they navigate the upcoming challenges against the Angels.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics host the Seattle Mariners for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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