Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 43-57, 4th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics topped the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 at Chase Field.
The score reflects some real issues. Winning just 2 of 7 this week pulls the temperature down. On the plus side, coming off a win by 3. That energy is baked into the score.
Athletics Game on July 21
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Chase Field |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jack Perkins (2-5, 6.87 ERA) vs Kohl Drake (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, DBACKS.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 73°F, Wind 5 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Athletics topped the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 at Chase Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Tommy White went 4-5.
- Joshua Kuroda-Grauer went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Jacob Wilson went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mariners
|
|
51 | 50 | .505 | W3 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
50 | 50 | .500 | 0.5 | L2 |
|
Astros
|
|
48 | 54 | .471 | 3.5 | W1 |
|
Athletics
|
|
43 | 57 | .430 | 7.5 | W1 |
|
Angels
|
|
40 | 61 | .396 | 11.0 | W2 |
Oakland Athletics are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -27 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | .260 | .819 | 50 | |
| 16 | .247 | .823 | 47 | |
| 9 | .230 | .717 | 30 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | 3.30 | 1.53 | 43.2 | |
| 2-1 | 3.55 | 1.42 | 45.2 | |
| 8-6 | 3.46 | 1.22 | 109.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .438 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 4 RBI, .667 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics snapped their dismal 1-6 stretch with a much-needed 5-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, showcasing a lineup that finally clicked with 13 singles and two home runs. Jeffrey Springs delivered a commendable performance on the mound, reminding fans there's still some fight left in this season. However, the bittersweet moment came when Joshua Kuroda-Grauer hit his first career home run but exited with an injury, a stark reminder of the team's struggles. Meanwhile, the front office is making moves, having outrighted Joey Meneses as trade rumors swirl with the deadline approaching. Amid the chaos, Shea Langeliers remains a polarizing figure, with opinions split on whether he's an emerging star or a liability. As the A's look to build momentum, they must navigate injuries and roster changes while keeping an eye on the future.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Minnesota Twins for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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