Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 27-29, 2nd in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Tough week to look at. 2-5 over 7 games. That leaves a mark. Pair that with the bats at 2.1 R/G this week. That's not getting it done.
Athletics Game on May 29
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Sutter Health Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Luis Severino (2-5, 4.23 ERA) vs Carlos Rodón (0-2, 4.15 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, YES |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 7 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mariners
|
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28 | 29 | .491 | W3 | |
|
Athletics
|
|
27 | 29 | .482 | 0.5 | L3 |
|
Astros
|
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26 | 32 | .448 | 2.5 | W2 |
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Rangers
|
|
25 | 31 | .446 | 2.5 | L2 |
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Angels
|
|
22 | 35 | .386 | 6.0 | W1 |
Oakland Athletics are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -20 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .274 | .892 | 37 | |
| 13 | .298 | .912 | 28 | |
| 5 | .336 | .952 | 17 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 2.84 | 1.66 | 25.1 | |
| 1-0 | 2.88 | 0.84 | 25.0 | |
| 2-3 | 3.19 | 1.14 | 53.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4.4 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics are reeling after a brutal 1-9 defeat to the Mariners, leaving them with a 2-5 record this week and a staggering run differential of -20 over that span. With the Yankees coming to town, who boast the second-best record in the American League, it's time for the A's to regroup and refocus or risk a serious downturn in momentum. Amidst the chaos on the field, the front office is already eyeing the future, prepping for the 2026 MLB Draft while fans are left hoping for some immediate improvement. On a brighter note, Carlos Cortes is showing promise as a potential new leadoff hitter, a much-needed spark for an offense that has struggled. The vibe around Sutter Health Park is freezing, and without a turnaround, the A's could find themselves in even colder waters.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Chicago Cubs for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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