Joshua Kuroda-Grauer has memorable MLB debut in A's loss to Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:04 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Joshua Kuroda-Grauer made his MLB debut for the Athletics on June 30 against the Dodgers, recording his first hit and run. Despite Kuroda-Grauer's game-tying RBI single in the second inning, the A's fell 9-4. Pitcher Gage Jump struggled, allowing five earned runs in 4 ⅔ innings. Kuroda-Grauer celebrated afterward, noting the surreal experience of playing alongside stars like Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts. The A's will aim to improve as they continue their series against the Dodgers.
- •Kuroda-Grauer hit a game-tying RBI single in the second inning.
- •He collected two hits and scored in the ninth inning.
- •Jump allowed his first career home run and five earned runs.
- •The game ended with a final score of 9-4 in favor of the Dodgers.
- 7:04 AMYahoo Sports — Joshua Kuroda-Grauer Has Memorable Debut in Forgettable A's Loss
"Joshua Kuroda-Grauer notched his first MLB hit and run in his MLB debut, while Gage Jump had his roughest start yet in a 9-4 loss to the Dodgers
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