Athletics pitchers struggle in hitter-friendly Sutter Health Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:27 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Oakland Athletics continue to face difficulties in their second season at Sutter Health Park, a venue known for inflating offensive statistics. In their recent homestand, they went 1-5, giving up 47 runs to Seattle and New York, including 13 runs in one inning to the Yankees. The A's have a road record of 17-14 but are just 11-17 at home, with pitchers allowing significantly more runs at Sutter Health Park. Manager Mark Kotsay noted the need for improved defense and pitching adjustments specific to the park's conditions.
- •A's pitchers allow 3.01 more runs per game at home than on the road.
- •Team has walked the second-highest number of batters at home.
- •Recent homestand featured a loss to the Yankees with 13 runs conceded in one inning.
- •The A's have shown promise this season but have entered a slump.
- 3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Athletics pitchers struggle in their temporary hitter-friendly home ballpark
"Less than halfway through their second season at their temporary home at Sutter Health Park in the Sacramento area, the A’s still are trying to deal with the challenges of a ballpark that inflates offensive numbers.
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