Athletics Surge With Kurtz Back | Oakland Athletics News

Athletics snap a losing streak with a 2-0 win over the Twins, but July’s 3-14 collapse keeps them 15 games under .500. Bright spot? Nick Kurtz, “Big Amish,” is activated from the IL and ready to return Saturday. The slugger’s hitting .266 with 20 homers and 66 RBIs this season, following a Rookie of the Year campaign. With 8 games back in the division and 9 out of a wild card spot, Oakland’s likely sellers at the August deadline — names like Jeff McNeil and Jonah Heim in play, with Shea Langeliers possibly requiring a big return. 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/9406fd005e572158