Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 41-55, 4th in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
The numbers paint a bleak picture. Only 0 of the last 7 in the win column. Compounding things, scoring just 2.0 per game. The lineup has gone quiet.
Athletics Game on July 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Sutter Health Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Gage Jump (3-4, 3.51 ERA) vs Cade Cavalli (5-4, 3.83 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Nationals.TV |
| Forecast: | ⛅ Partly cloudy, 82°F, Wind 5 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rangers
|
|
49 | 47 | .510 | W1 | |
|
Mariners
|
|
48 | 49 | .495 | 1.5 | W1 |
|
Astros
|
|
47 | 51 | .480 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Athletics
|
|
41 | 55 | .427 | 8.0 | L9 |
|
Angels
|
|
38 | 59 | .392 | 11.5 | L2 |
Oakland Athletics are 0-7 in their last 7 games, with a -35 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | .257 | .807 | 46 | |
| 14 | .241 | .808 | 42 | |
| 9 | .232 | .740 | 29 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | 3.43 | 1.55 | 42.0 | |
| 1-1 | 3.59 | 1.45 | 42.2 | |
| 3-4 | 3.51 | 1.29 | 48.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.3 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Oakland Athletics are in a tailspin, going 0-7 over the last week with a staggering run differential of -35, as general manager David Forst openly acknowledges the team's struggles. With a dismal offensive output of just 2.0 runs per game, it’s clear that the A's need a drastic turnaround to salvage any hopes for the second half of the season. Forst's candid remarks reflect the disappointment after a promising start has fizzled out, and fans are left wondering whether the team can rebound from this icy stretch. As the All-Star break approaches, the pressure mounts to address these issues and find a spark, or risk sinking further into irrelevance. The upcoming trade deadline looms large, presenting a crucial opportunity for the A's to reshape their roster and reignite their season.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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