Shea Langeliers leads Athletics to victory over Rangers with four hits
- Shea Langeliers recorded four hits during the game, helping his team to a victory.
- Nick Kurtz made his major league debut and contributed to the score.
- The Athletics achieved only their third win out of the last eleven games at home.
In West Sacramento, California, on April 23, 2025, the Athletics faced off against the Texas Rangers, winning the game 5-2. This matchup featured an impressive performance from Shea Langeliers, who recorded four hits, contributing significantly to the team's success. Nick Kurtz, in his major league debut, also made an impact, driving in a run with a single. The Athletics scored four runs in the first inning, with Lawrence Butler hitting a home run, followed by a double from Tyler Soderstrom and RBIs from Langeliers and Gio Urshela. Despite a solid outing, Rangers' pitcher Kumar Rocker left the game after allowing five runs. The Rangers scored two runs in response, with Wyatt Langford hitting a home run and Adolis García bringing in another run, yet they could not overcome the deficit. Meanwhile, the Athletics celebrated only their third win out of the last eleven games at Sutter Health Park, reinforcing their ongoing struggle for consistency. With Jacob deGrom set to start for the Rangers next, the upcoming game is critical for both teams in the three-game series.