A's Nick Kurtz to see specialist, Jacob Wilson expected back soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Oakland Athletics continue to deal with injuries as Nick Kurtz will visit a hand specialist on Monday to assess a thumb issue that has persisted since before the All-Star break. Manager Mark Kotsay expressed hope for positive news regarding Kurtz's status. Meanwhile, Jacob Wilson is expected to return to shortstop for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds after experiencing manageable patellar tendinitis. The A's are also making changes to their rotation, with J.T. Ginn returning from the injured list to pitch on Tuesday. Additionally, Zack Gelof will start a rehab stint with Triple-A Las Vegas but will be assessed on a game-by-game basis.
- •Kurtz will see a specialist for his thumb injury on Monday.
- •Wilson is expected to return to shortstop on Tuesday.
- •J.T. Ginn returns from the IL to pitch on Tuesday.
- •Zack Gelof begins his rehab stint with Triple-A Las Vegas.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — A's Injuries: Nick Kurtz Seeing Specialist, Jacob Wilson's Path Back to the Field
"Nick Kurtz is set to see a specialist for his injury, while Jacob Wilson should return to the field next week. Plus, changes to the rotation are coming.
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