Athletics face Pirates in series finale on Pride Night in Sacramento

The Oakland Athletics host the Pittsburgh Pirates for the final game of their series on June 18, 2026. The game is tied at one win apiece after the A's lost the previous night, dropping them below.500. Starting pitcher Aaron Civale returns after a short stint on the injured list due to shoulder tendinitis. He faces Pirates starter Braxton Ashcraft, who has performed well in his first full season in the majors. The A's aim for a win to improve their standing in the AL West, potentially closing the gap on first place.

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