Oakland Athletics News & Updates
The Oakland Athletics were 46-71, 4th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Athletics bested the Boston Red Sox 7-3 at Fenway Park.
A rough patch, by the numbers. 1-6 over their last 7. The record says it all. Working in their favor, last night's 4-run victory is the freshest data point.
Athletics Game on August 09
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Fenway Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | J.T. Ginn (8-6, 3.51 ERA) vs TBD (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, NESN |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 77°F, Wind 2 mph |
Athletics Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Athletics bested the Boston Red Sox 7-3 at Fenway Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 1 |
 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jonah Heim went 1-5 with 2 RBI.
- Tyler Soderstrom went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Henry Bolte went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Athletics Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Astros
|
|
60 | 58 | .508 | L1 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
59 | 58 | .504 | 0.5 | W4 |
|
Mariners
|
|
56 | 62 | .475 | 4.0 | L3 |
|
Athletics
|
|
46 | 71 | .393 | 13.5 | W1 |
|
Angels
|
|
45 | 72 | .385 | 14.5 | L1 |
Oakland Athletics are 1-6 in their last 7 games, with a -24 run differential.
Athletics Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | .245 | .812 | 54 | |
| 11 | .226 | .698 | 38 | |
| 7 | .270 | .696 | 36 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-1 | 3.71 | 1.57 | 51.0 | |
| 2-3 | 3.76 | 1.48 | 52.2 | |
| 8-6 | 3.51 | 1.21 | 115.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .273 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Athletics News
The Oakland Athletics snapped their dismal nine-game losing streak with a much-needed 7-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox, showcasing a surprising offensive resurgence against a formidable pitcher. Gage Jump delivered a standout performance on the mound, helping the A's rise from the depths of despair after being crushed 13-1 just a day earlier. This win is a glimmer of hope for a team that had been tied for the worst record in baseball at 45-71. With the season slipping away, every win counts, especially as the A's look to build momentum after such a brutal stretch. A healthy dose of confidence is exactly what this team required, and they'll need to carry it into tomorrow's matchup to prove they can compete.
Athletics Upcoming Schedule
The Oakland Athletics host the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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