A’s seek 50th win against Astros with Jacob Lopez starting

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

A’s seek 50th win against Astros with Jacob Lopez starting
Summary

The Oakland Athletics face the Houston Astros tonight, August 22, 2026, at 6:10 PM ET. The A’s look to secure their 50th win after losing the series opener yesterday. Jacob Lopez will pitch for Oakland, showcasing a solid performance post-All Star Break with a 2.48 ERA. Houston counters with right-hander Hunter Brown, who seeks to regain his form from last season. Both teams are fighting for position as the season approaches its final stretch.

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  • A’s dropped the series opener to Astros yesterday.
  • Jacob Lopez has a 2.48 ERA in six post-All Star Break starts.
  • Astros start right-hander Hunter Brown.
  • Game time is set for 6:10 PM ET.
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