Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 59-88, 4th in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
The numbers paint a decent picture. A 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up. Also helping: a +7 run differential over the last 7. They're winning the math.
Athletics Game on September 11
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Sutter Health Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jeffrey Springs (4-13, 6.02 ERA) vs George Kirby (9-11, 4.18 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Mariners.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 79°F, Wind 1 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Astros
|
|
75 | 72 | .510 | W1 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
72 | 75 | .490 | 3.0 | L2 |
|
Mariners
|
|
69 | 78 | .469 | 6.0 | W2 |
|
Athletics
|
|
59 | 88 | .401 | 16.0 | W1 |
|
Angels
|
|
56 | 90 | .384 | 18.5 | W2 |
Oakland Athletics are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | .251 | .775 | 44 | |
| 13 | .225 | .678 | 52 | |
| 8 | .268 | .687 | 53 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-2 | 3.39 | 1.45 | 63.2 | |
| 2-0 | 2.22 | 1.27 | 28.1 | |
| 5-3 | 3.39 | 1.43 | 66.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.3 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games | |
| 5.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics faced a tough blow today with the news that top prospect Leo De Vries will undergo surgery and be sidelined for up to eight months, a significant setback for a team already grappling with injuries. Meanwhile, there's a glimmer of hope as Shea Langeliers kicked off his rehab stint in Triple-A Las Vegas, going 2-for-3 with a double, signaling his potential return from a torn meniscus. With a recent surge of 5-2 over the last week and a positive run differential of +7, A's fans might be feeling a bit warmer despite the injury woes. As we look towards the remainder of the season, the emphasis on young talent like Zack Gelof and Lawrence Butler will be crucial in keeping spirits high for a franchise that needs to build momentum for the future.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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