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The Athletics, with a record of 76-86, faced off against the Kansas City Royals, who stood at 82-80. The game took place at Sutter Health Park and concluded with a score of 9-2 in favor of the Royals. The first inning saw both teams struggling to make an impact offensively, as neither team managed to score any runs.

As the Athletics prepare to face off against the Cleveland Guardians, fans and bettors alike are eagerly analyzing the Athletics vs Guardians odds and picks. With Brent Rooker leading the charge for the Green and Gold, expectations are high for a strong start at Hohokam Stadium. The first inning will be crucial as both teams look to establish momentum early on. The A's will rely on their pitching staff, including promising talents like Luis Medina and Jeffrey Springs, to keep the Guardians' bats in check.

The Oakland Athletics are set to face the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on July 27, and the A’s have a clear game plan: leverage their pitching prowess. Recent games have shown that when the Athletics' pitchers are on form, they can stifle even the most potent offenses. In their July 19 game against Cleveland Guardians, Oakland's bullpen was particularly impressive, allowing only 3 hits and maintaining a WHIP of 0.78. This kind of performance will be crucial against an Astros lineup known for its offensive depth.

As the Athletics prepare to face off against the Nationals at Nationals Park, all eyes will be on Shea Langeliers, the standout catcher for the A’s. Over the last three games, Langeliers has been a consistent force at bat, boasting an impressive average of .450 with an on-base percentage of .450 and an OPS of 1.25. His performance in the game on August 2nd was particularly noteworthy, where he hit .600 with three hits and one run over five at-bats. This makes him one of the top scorers Athletics fans should keep an eye on.

As the Athletics prepare to face the Orioles at Oriole Park, fans can expect a strategic battle right from the first inning. The A’s have shown a tendency to start strong, as evidenced by their recent game against the Diamondbacks where they scored four runs in the opening inning. This early momentum could be crucial in setting the tone against an Orioles team that will look to leverage their home-field advantage.