HOUSTON — The Athletics have shut down pitcher José Leclerc and say the reliever will have right shoulder surgery. The A's Brian Schulman, the director of sports medicine and performance, said Friday ...

Fresh off a victory in game one of the series, the Athletics take on the homestanding Houston Astros in game two of the ...

The Athletics' first baseman, along with rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson, gives the team a young hitting tandem to build around ...

Jose Leclerc has been shut down by the Athletics, and the veteran reliever will require season-ending right shoulder surgery.

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz continues to impress at the plate, making a big push in the American League Rookie of the ...

One of the foremost challenges facing Houston Astros manager Joe Espada and his injury-strapped roster is utilizing the revolving door of players recalled from the minors or acquired off waivers.

Athletics manager Mark Kotsay speaks with reporters after the team's 5-2 win over the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on ...

Nick Kurtz has jokingly and affectionately been given the nickname of "Big Amish" by his Athletics teammates. As a result, ...