Lawrence Butler wears mechanical watch during Athletics game against Astros

Lawrence Butler of the Athletics wore a Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Gecko during a game against the Houston Astros on August 22, 2026. This event may mark the first instance of an MLB player wearing a mechanical watch in competition. The league permits traditional mechanical watches, focusing on player safety. The partnership between Norqain and MLB includes a charity auction for the watch, although details are yet to be announced. The Athletics lost the game 4-0, with Butler finishing 0-4.

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