On May 19, 2026, the Athletics and Los Angeles Angels faced off in a highly anticipated AL West showdown. The Athletics, led by their strong batting average and home runs, looked to make a statement against the Angels, who were struggling in the AL West standings.
Team Stats:
Athletics:
- Runs: 4.5
- Earned Runs: 4.2
- Batting Average: .253
- Home Runs: 219
- Stolen Bases: 80
- ERA: 4.70
- OAV: .252
Los Angeles Angels:
- Runs: N/A
- Earned Runs: N/A
- Batting Average: .225
- Home Runs: 226
- Stolen Bases: 88
- ERA: 4.89
- OAV: .260
The Athletics held the fifth position in the AL West, while the Angels were struggling in the lower ranks.
Team Leaders:
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Los Angeles Angels:
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Player News:
- Butler, who is recovering from offseason knee surgery, will be held out of Cactus League action until mid-spring, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com.
- Gelof, who is dealing with a shoulder injury, will also be held out of action for the beginning of the Athletics' Cactus League schedule, as reported by Martin Gallegos.
- Moore worked out at third base for the second straight day during spring training, as noted by Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register.
- Angels manager Kurt Suzuki revealed that Dana has yet to throw a bullpen session during spring training while recovering from an illness, as reported by Jeff Fletcher.
