MLB
Kendall Graveman worked 6 1/3 strong innings, backed by run-scoring hits from Chris Coghlan and Josh Reddick as the Athletics posted a 5-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. OAK Homepage News
Nick Tropeano tossed five scoreless innings and Mike Trout hit a two-run home run as part of a three-run sixth inning to lead the Angels. OAK Homepage News
Billy Butler’s first season with Oakland was largely a bust, as he hit a career-low .251 and drove in just 65 runs, but adjustments at the plate have the slugger optimistic that he can turn it around. OAK Homepage News
The errors piled up at a record rate. Marcus Semien watched the losses mount, too. The shortstop’s first year with the A’s was seemingly disastrous, full of frustrations, and yet he didn’t want it to end. OAK Homepage News
Jarrod Parker’s new normal is very much ordinary. The A’s pitcher is pitching again, off a dirt mound and next to a handful of teammates doing the same thing, simply keeping in motion with the rhythmic routines of spring. OAK Homepage News
Craig Taylor