Nick Kurtz injures forearm; Jacob Lopez shines against Red Sox

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz exited Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox after being hit by a pitch in the first inning. Kurtz initially remained in the game but left after the first, with the team citing a left forearm contusion. An MRI is scheduled for Thursday to determine the extent of the injury. Meanwhile, left-hander Jacob Lopez showed improvement on the mound, striking out eight batters in a 4-2 loss. After struggling earlier in the season, Lopez has posted a 1.84 ERA across three starts since the All-Star break, highlighting a key moment when he induced a double play with the bases loaded.

• 7:55 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Kurtz Injury Update, Jacob Lopez Rediscovering late-2025 Form