Missions Snap 3 Game Win Streak
The San Antonio Missions claimed their second come-from-behind victory over the RockHounds in as many meetings, rallying to defeat the 'Hounds, 5-4 in 10 innings, Friday at Nelson Wolff Stadium.
Archive for April, 2010
Wuertz sharp in rehab appearance at Triple-A
In his ongoing effort to return to a Major League mound, right-hander Michael Wuertz continued his string of scoreless innings while making his fourth rehab appearance for Triple-A Sacramento on Friday.
Cahill labors in season debut at Toronto
A's starter Trevor Cahill endured a rough season debut Friday, as the right-hander surrendered six earned runs to the host Blue Jays en route to a 10-2 Oakland loss at Rogers Centre.
Duchscherer to see doctor for hip pain
Right-handed pitcher Justin Duchscherer, who left Thursday's game in the fourth inning with a strained left hip, will visit Nashville-based physician Dr. Thomas Byrd on Monday.
Suzuki’s DL trip among whirlwind of moves
Kurt Suzuki, who was diagnosed with an intercostal strain in his left side this week, was officially placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday retroactive to April 24.
Suzuki on 15-day DL with intercostal strain
The Athletics placed catcher Kurt Suzuki on the 15-day disabled list Friday because of an intercostal strain and optioned outfielder Matt Carson to Triple-A Sacramento.
Hornbeck Collects First Double-A Win
Hornbeck's perserverance earned him his first Double-A victory, with Vaughan collecting his fifth save in as many chances.
Oakland A’s Prospect Q&A: Rashun Dixon, OF
Kane County OF Rashun Dixon is a unique talent. A two-sport star in high school, Dixon turned down a football scholarship to Mississippi State to sign with the Oakland A's in 2008. Dixon then turned heads in the Arizona Rookie League by flashing a powerful bat and speed on the bases. Dixon struggled last year in Vancouver, but is off to a fast start with Kane County. David Malamut spoke to Dixon.
Duchscherer exits with strained left hip
Justin Duchscherer joined an already packed trainer's room Thursday when he left a 3-2 game with one out in the fourth inning against the Blue Jays with a sore left hip.
Duchscherer hurt; A’s bested by Jays
The A's on Thursday lost starter Justin Duchscherer to injury en route to tallying another setback -- a 6-3 defeat to the Blue Jays at the Rogers Centre for their third straight loss.
Rosales promoted to fifth spot in order
A beaming Adam Rosales sprinted around the visitor's clubhouse Thursday afternoon before the A's took on the Blue Jays.
Davis back in lineup, but batting ninth
Rajai Davis, who didn't start the team's last three games after slumping into a 9-for-57 bout, was back in the lineup batting ninth for Oakland's first of a four-game set in Toronto.
Catcher Suzuki deemed day-to-day
A change of scenery proved to be of no help for an ailing Kurt Suzuki, who missed his fifth consecutive game Thursday with what was deemed an intercostal strain in his left side.
Bayrouty’z Buzz: Introductions
For the past five years, fans of the Stockton Ports have followed the day-to-day doings of their team through the voice of Zack Bayrouty. Throughout the 2010 season, Bayrouty will bring us his insights on the California League, the Stockton Ports and the Oakland A's system. In his first entry, he introduces us to life on the road in the Cal League.
Kane County Notebook: The Week Of April 19
The Kane County Cougars have been playing well of late, but last week was a struggle for the Geneva Nine. David Malamut reviews the week of April 19...
Capra’s Strong Start Propels ‘Hounds
Anthony Capra was Oakland's fourth round draft selection in 2008 (Wichita State) and, while he may not win an Oscar, he got the "W" Wednesday night in Corpus Christi, thanks to 7.0 outstanding innings.
Oakland A’s MLN: Ports Spin A Shutout
In 2009, the San Jose Giants dominated the Stockton Ports. The Ports are doing all they can to reverse that trend in 2010. Stockton earned a series victory over San Jose on Wednesday night. We have the details of that win, as well as Kane County's come-from-behind effort and Midland's easy victory inside...
A’s can’t minimize Rays’ damage
Daric Barton's homer started things off well, but a long fifth inning doomed the A's in a 10-2 loss to the Rays on Wednesday at Tropicana Field.
A’s eye Pennington for leadoff spot
Cliff Pennington's career night in Tuesday's 8-6 loss to the Rays -- in which the 25-year-old shortstop collected four hits in five at-bats, falling just short of the cycle -- influenced A's manager Bob Geren to insert him in the same place on Wednesday.
A’s scratch Suzuki shortly before game
It appeared that A's catcher Kurt Suzuki had recovered from the soreness in his left side that has prevented him from playing since Friday, but he was scratched from Wednesday's starting lineup against the Rays.
