Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 28-31, 3rd in the AL West. The Oakland Athletics did not play yesterday.
Rock bottom territory. A 2-5 week. That's the biggest factor right now. Compounding things, allowing 7.0 runs per game drags the whole score down.
Athletics Game on June 02
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 08:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Gage Jump (0-1, 7.20 ERA) vs Jameson Taillon (2-4, 5.37 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 56°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
|
|
32 | 29 | .525 | W7 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
29 | 31 | .483 | 2.5 | W4 |
|
Athletics
|
|
28 | 31 | .475 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Astros
|
|
27 | 34 | .443 | 5.0 | L1 |
|
Angels
|
|
23 | 38 | .377 | 9.0 | L2 |
Oakland Athletics are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -24 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .288 | .939 | 41 | |
| 14 | .293 | .909 | 30 | |
| 5 | .328 | .933 | 17 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 2.60 | 1.59 | 27.2 | |
| 1-1 | 2.88 | 1.20 | 25.0 | |
| 3-3 | 2.87 | 1.14 | 59.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .714 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Athletics' tough stretch continues, as they now sit at 28-31 after a disappointing homestand that saw them drop two of three to the Yankees, culminating in an 8-13 loss yesterday. With only two wins in their last seven games and a staggering run differential of -24, the team's struggles are evident. However, there’s a glimmer of hope with the promotion of Kade Morris, a promising right-hander making his MLB debut, aiming to provide much-needed depth to a lackluster pitching staff. Meanwhile, Gage Jump, another intriguing prospect, recently made his debut and faced challenges, reflecting the uphill battle ahead for the A's. As June approaches, fans are left wondering if this team can find its footing or if they’re destined for another lost season.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics visit the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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