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Kurtz does it again with homer off Hader in 10th to lift Athletics over Astros :: WRALSportsFan.com

Thu, 2025-06-19 22:33

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Nick Kurtz hit a two-run homer off closer Josh Hader in the 10th inning to give the Athletics a 6-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Thursday night. Willie McIver launched his first major league homer and drove in two runs for the Athletics.

Kurtz does it again with homer off Hader in 10th to lift Athletics over Astros

Thu, 2025-06-19 22:31

Nick Kurtz hit a two-run homer off closer Josh Hader in the 10th inning to give the Athletics a 6-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Thursday night. Willie McIver launched his first major league homer and drove in two runs for the Athletics. Lawrence Butler and Jacob Wilson also connected on solo shots as the A’s won their fifth in seven games.

Athletics' Jacob Wilson puts name right next to Aaron Judge on MLB leaderboard

Thu, 2025-06-19 21:13

The Athletics are in last place in the American League West and have had trouble filling the minor league stadium that is their temporary home in Sacramento. The move to Las Vegas is coming soon, which should mean a rejuvenated fan base. On Thursday night, the Athletics jumped out to a 4-1 lead over the Houston Astros. In the process, Jacob Wilson continued his strong play.

Athletics' Jacob Wilson puts name right next to Aaron Judge on MLB leaderboard

Thu, 2025-06-19 21:13

The Athletics are in last place in the American League West and have had trouble filling the minor league stadium that is their temporary home in Sacramento. The move to Las Vegas is coming soon, which should mean a rejuvenated fan base. On Thursday night, the Athletics jumped out to a 4-1 lead over the Houston Astros. In the process, Jacob Wilson continued his strong play.

Astros' Joe Espada reveals big Cristian Javier update before Athletics game

Thu, 2025-06-19 20:30

As the Houston Astros (43-31) gain more separation in the American League West — led the Seattle Mariners by five and a half games entering Thursday night's matchup versus the Athletics, it is becoming easier to overlook their depleted pitching staff. And that cannot happen. Although Joe Espada's club continues to excel with more than half a dozen hurlers on the injured list, sustaining success in this state is hard to fathom. Reinforcements are essential. Fortunately, one player just made critical progress. Astros right-handed pitcher Cristian Javier, who underwent Tommy John surgery last June, threw in his first live batting practice , according to the Houston Chronicle's Matt Kawahara. He

Astros have 20 hits in 11-4 win over Athletics

Thu, 2025-06-19 07:05

Jose Altuve and Victor Caratini hit three-run home runs in a seven-run sixth inning, and the Houston Astros had a season-high 20 hits in an 11-4 victory over the Athletics on Wednesday night. Framber Valdez (8-4) limited the A's to two runs and five hits in six innings to help the Astros win for the seventh time in eight games.

Altuve, Caratini, Dubón homer, Astros have 20 hits in 11-4 win over Athletics

Wed, 2025-06-18 22:11

Jose Altuve and Victor Caratini hit three-run home runs in a seven-run sixth inning and the Houston Astros had a season-high 20 hits in an 11-4 victory over the Athletics on Wednesday night. Framber Valdez (8-4) limited the A's to two runs and five hits in six innings to help the Astros win for the seventh time in eight games. Cam Smith and Jake Meyers had three hits apiece, and Yandy Diaz and Mauricio Dubón each added two.

Athletics Smacked By Astros 11-4

Wed, 2025-06-18 22:09

Series finale tomorrow

2 Athletics who must be on trade block ahead of 2025 deadline

Wed, 2025-06-18 08:46

The Athletics are poised to be sellers at the MLB trade deadline, and these are two players they should deal before then.

Trade Pitch Moves Athletics' Mason Miller to Red Sox

Wed, 2025-06-18 08:00

A trade proposal would move Athletics reliever Mason Miller to the Boston Red Sox.

Smith leads Astros against the Athletics after 4-hit game

Wed, 2025-06-18 01:03

Houston Astros (42-31, first in the AL West) vs. Athletics (30-45, fifth in the AL West) West Sacramento, California; Wednesday, 10:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Framber Valdez (7-4, 3.10 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, 96 strikeouts); Athletics: Luis Severino (2-6, 4.47 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 61 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Astros -162, Athletics +136; over/under is 9 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros play the Athletics after Cam Smith's four-hit game on Tuesday. The Athletics have a 30-45 record overall and a 13-24 record in home games. The Athletics rank seventh in the majors with 92 total home runs, averaging 1.2 per game. Houston is 42-31 overall and 15-18 on the road. The Astros have a 33-13

Cam Smith hits 2 of Astros' 5 homers in 13-3 win over Athletics

Tue, 2025-06-17 23:14

Cam Smith hit two of Houston's five home runs and finished with four hits as the Astros routed the Athletics 13-3 on Tuesday night to halt their four-game winning streak. Jason Alexander, claimed off waivers from the Athletics last month, pitched six shutout innings for Houston before tiring in the seventh. Mauricio Dubón, Christian Walker and Cooper Hummel also homered for the Astros.

Astros trade for Brewers infielder amid Athletics series

Tue, 2025-06-17 21:32

The Houston Astros made a quiet but calculated move during their series on the road against the Athletics in West Sacramento, acquiring power-hitting first baseman Wes Clarke from the Milwaukee Brewers. The trade adds minor league depth as Houston continues to navigate a competitive AL West playoff race that might come down to the last game. The timing of the trade with the Brewers came just four days after Milwaukee picked up first baseman Andrew Vaughn, which created a roster logjam at Triple-A Nashville.

Nick Kurtz’s walk-off home run makes Athletics franchise history

Tue, 2025-06-17 15:24

Nick Kurtz made a little Athletics history on Tuesday night with his towering walk-off home run to beat the Astros.

Baylor Grad Nick Kurtz Delivering Late Inning Heroics For A's

Tue, 2025-06-17 14:56

Nick Kurtz homered in the ninth inning for the second straight day and the Athletics beat the Houston Astros 3-1 on Monday night. Brent Rooker drew a leadoff walk against Bryan Abreu (1-3) to open the ninth and reach safely in 12 straight home games. Kurtz, who graduated from Baylor, followed with his seventh home run of the season 447 feet over the right-field wall. Kurtz also hit a ninth-inning homer on Sunday to rally the Athletics to a 3-2 win and a three-game sweep at Kansas City.

Baylor Grad Nick Kurtz Delivering Late Inning Heroics For A's

Tue, 2025-06-17 14:56

Nick Kurtz homered in the ninth inning for the second straight day and the Athletics beat the Houston Astros 3-1 on Monday night. Brent Rooker drew a leadoff walk against Bryan Abreu (1-3) to open the ninth and reach safely in 12 straight home games. Kurtz, who graduated from Baylor, followed with his seventh home run of the season 447 feet over the right-field wall. Kurtz also hit a ninth-inning homer on Sunday to rally the Athletics to a 3-2 win and a three-game sweep at Kansas City.

A's Rookie Nick Kurtz Made History With His Wild Walk-Off HR

Tue, 2025-06-17 08:08

Nick Kurtz had already showed off his signature power tool in the big leagues, but he was yet to put it on display when it mattered most. The Athletics rookie certainly ticked off that box Monday night. Locked in a 1-1 tie with the Houston Astros, it was up to Kurtz to deliver in the bottom of the ninth. Kurtz made the most of the moment, tossing his bat towards the dugout as he yelled and backpedaled down the first base line.

Houston Astros Set to Start Former A's Pitcher Against Former Club

Tue, 2025-06-17 06:00

Ahead of Monday's game against the Athletics in West Sacramento, the Houston Astros had to place Lance McCullers Jr. on the IL with a right foot sprain, retroactive to June 13. Gusto was originally slated to pitch on Tuesday, but with him moving up a day, the corresponding move the Astros made with the McCullers injury was to bring up former Athletics righty Jason Alexander to make his debut with his new club.

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