A's face Diamondbacks in series opener with Jeffrey Springs on the mound
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 12:18 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The Oakland Athletics are set to face the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix for the first game of a three-game series on July 21, 2026. Left-hander Jeffrey Springs will start for the A's, who are struggling to stay competitive in the playoff race. Meanwhile, Mitch Bratt, making just his third career start for Arizona, will take the mound for the Diamondbacks. The A's lineup features several rookies as the team navigates a tough season. The game represents a critical opportunity for Oakland to spark a late-season surge.
- •Jeffrey Springs starts for the Athletics against the Diamondbacks on July 21.
- •Springs has struggled recently, giving up many home runs.
- •Mitch Bratt is making his third career start for Arizona.
- •Oakland's lineup includes several rookies, indicating a focus on the future.
- •The Athletics aim for a win to improve their playoff chances.
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Game #100: A’s at Diamondbacks Game Thread
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