Athletics face Guardians as Barnett makes latest start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Athletics begin a three-game series against the Guardians in Cleveland on September 18, 2026. Mason Barnett replaces Joe Rock in the Athletics' rotation after Rock's recent struggles. Barnett has a 1-4 record with a 7.08 ERA this season. The Guardians, currently contending for the AL Central title, start Daniel Espino as an opener. Espino has faced injuries but is now returning to form, having pitched two innings in a previous opener appearance.
- •Athletics aim to recover from a three-game sweep by the Rays.
- •Cleveland is battling the White Sox for the AL Central lead.
- •Barnett has struggled this season but gets another chance to start.
- •Espino is making a comeback after injury-related setbacks.
- •The game is a critical matchup for Cleveland's playoff aspirations.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Game #154: A’s at Guardians Game Thread
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