Athletics End Four-Game Skid with 6-4 Victory Over Yankees The Oakland Athletics snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-4 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday night, as Shea Langeliers and Nick Kurtz each hit two-run home runs to lead the win. The game, played in West Sacramento, Calif., marked the first time since May 15 that the Athletics secured a win by a starting pitcher, with J.T. Ginn (3-3) earning the victory by allowing one unearned run in six innings. The Yankees, who had won five consecutive games, were outscored by their opponents by 30 runs during that streak. Langeliers launched a two-run homer off Yankees starter Ryan Weathers (2-3) in the first inning, giving the Athletics an early lead. Tyler Soderstrom added a solo home run in the sixth, and Kurtz hit his 10th home run of the season in the seventh to extend the lead to 5-1. Weathers, who struck out 10 batters in 6 2/3 innings, struggled with run support, becoming the third pitcher this season with the lowest run support among qualified starters. The Yankees managed only one run off Ginn, scoring it in the fourth inning when Jazz Chisholm stole second with Matt Bellinger on third. A throw to second baseman Alika Williams’ glove resulted in an error, allowing Bellinger to score. The game saw a disputed call involving the automated ball-strike system (ABS) in the fourth inning. Langeliers challenged a 2-0 pitch he believed was low, but the replay, which showed the pitch was 0.8 inches below the strike zone, did not appear on the scoreboard. After a delay, home plate umpire Adam Beck ruled it a strike, though the decision was largely moot as Langeliers eventually drew a walk. Scott Barlow secured the win for the Athletics with a scoreless ninth inning, retiring Chisholm with the bases loaded for his second save of the season.#new_york_yankees #nick_kurtz #shea_langeliers #oakland_athletics #jt_ginn
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Additions and Strategic Moves The latest fantasy baseball waiver wire highlights a surge in starting pitchers and emerging offensive threats, offering managers opportunities to strengthen their rosters. Logan Henderson, a right-handed pitcher for the Brewers, stands out as a top priority, with his performance and the team’s developmental success making him a must-add. Henderson has posted a 2.49 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, and a 56:11 K:BB ratio in nine major league starts, supported by the Brewers’ reputation for nurturing young starters like Jacob Misiorowski and Kyle Harrison. Fantasy managers are advised to act quickly, as Henderson’s roster rate is expected to rise by at least 20%. Bryce Miller, the Mariners’ right-hander, presents another compelling option. After a struggling 2025 season with a 5.68 ERA, Miller has rebounded with a 1.64 ERA and 10:2 K:BB ratio in two recent starts. His resurgence, combined with the Mariners’ strong team support and a pitcher-friendly home park, positions him to match the ceiling of starters in less than 70% of Yahoo leagues. Similarly, Ben Brown of the Cubs is gaining traction after adding a sinker to his arsenal. His three starts have yielded a 2.08 ERA, 0.92 WHIP, and a 16:4 K:BB ratio, with the Cubs’ winning record and favorable park conditions enhancing his appeal. J.T. Ginn of the Athletics remains a viable option, particularly for managers seeking a reliable mid-rotation pitcher. Ginn’s ability to induce grounders, paired with improved fastball and sinker velocity, has led to better exit velocity and barrel rate metrics. While he ranks below the pitchers mentioned earlier, his performance in a homer-happy venue makes him a solid choice for most leagues. On the offensive side, Carson Benge of the Mets is emerging as a potential sleeper.#carson_benge #logan_henderson #bryce_miller #ben_brown #jt_ginn
