Vogt doesn’t play, but relishes ASG experience
Craig TaylorStephen Vogt was simply a spectator in his second All-Star Game, but the A’s catcher naturally took to the role with a smile. OAK Homepage News
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Fellow All-Stars rain praise on Vogt’s value
Turbulent times have fallen on the A’s since their 2014 postseason departure, and only so many players have been on board for the entirety of the ride. Stephen Vogt isn’t only one of those few constants: the catcher has been the calm in their storm. OAK Homepage News
Manaea shows promise with scoreless start
Among the bustling of players rushing out of town after a tough 2-1 loss to the Astros right before the welcome All-Star break, there was one positive chorus that rang through the A’s locker room. Sean Manaea’s seven innings of scoreless ball was further encouragement for the team’s future in the midst of a middling…
Graveman spooks Astros with strong sinker
In simplifying his game, A’s right-hander Kendall Graveman has revived it. OAK Homepage News
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