Graveman spooks Astros with strong sinker
Craig TaylorIn simplifying his game, A’s right-hander Kendall Graveman has revived it. OAK Homepage News
Month: July 2016
MLB
A’s upended by Astros in wild 9th inning
Luis Valbuena hit a walk-off, three-run homer against A’s closer Ryan Madson in the ninth inning, propelling the Astros to a dramatic 10-9 victory following a five-run outburst by Oakland in the top half of the frame at Minute Maid Park on Friday night. OAK Homepage News
Hill, ‘pen dominate during A’s win in Houston
In a game controlled by starting pitching, the A’s eked out a 3-1 win over the Astros Thursday night at Minute Maid Park. Lefty Rich Hill thoroughly dominated Houston, striking out 10 in six innings and retiring 10 straight Astros batters at one point. OAK Homepage News
Gray shows grit to close out his 1st half
At this time last year, Sonny Gray was preparing for his first All-Star experience. Now, the A’s right-hander is simply prepping to put forth a second half that will dwarf the concerning chatter surrounding his first. OAK Homepage News
Vogt named All-Star for 2nd straight year
A’s catcher Stephen Vogt has been named an American League All-Star for a second consecutive season. Vogt was announced as a reserve to AL manager Ned Yost’s club on Tuesday in anticipation of next week’s Midsummer Classic at Petco Park in San Diego. OAK Homepage News