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Athletics face Astros in series opener on road trip

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Athletics face Astros in series opener on road trip

Summary

The Oakland Athletics begin a three-game series against the Houston Astros tonight at 7:10 PM. The A’s are coming off a four-game sweep by the Kansas City Royals, marking a difficult stretch for the team. Meanwhile, the Astros sit at.500 and are looking to rebound after losing two of three to the Los Angeles Angels. A’s pitcher J.T. Ginn aims to end a three-start winless streak, while the Astros counter with Hayden Wesneski, who returns from Tommy John surgery. Both teams are desperate for a win as they confront playoff implications in the American League.

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Status Watch

•A’s are 4-8 in their last 12 games.
•Ginn has a 3.53 ERA this season over 127 1/3 innings.
•Wesneski posts a 5.16 ERA in his four starts since returning.
•A’s roster includes key injuries, with Soderstrom and Wilson out.
•Astros are looking to bounce back from a disappointing series against the Angels.

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