A's Need Key Players to Step Up | MLB News

The Oakland A’s are clinging to playoff hopes with just 41 games left, and they need key players to step up big against the Rangers. Catcher Jonah Heim, stepping in for Shea Langeliers, is hitting .195 since the All-Star break but needs to deliver more runs as cleanup hitter. Reliever Luis Medina, fresh off the bench after a rough stretch, must rediscover his form to stabilize a shaky bullpen. Outfielder Lawrence Butler has emerged as a clubhouse leader and standout performer, hitting two homers recently — if he can stay consistent, he could be the spark this team needs. It’s crunch time — win or go home, and a strong showing against Texas might just light the fire for the rest of the season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b372788838a040c6