The Oakland Athletics are looking to break their seven-game losing streak as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Angels tonight at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. With the A’s currently two games behind the Angels in the American League West standings, a victory in this matchup could propel them ahead by winning the next two games in the series.
On the mound for the A’s is 29-year-old left-hander JP Sears, who has a record of 4-3 and a solid 3.31 ERA over nine starts this season. Sears has had a successful track record against the Angels, posting a 2-0 record last year with only two earned runs allowed across 11.1 innings pitched. He will be opposed by 24-year-old righty Jack Kochanowicz, who enters the game with a 3-5 record and a 4.71 ERA in nine starts this year. Historically, Kochanowicz has struggled against the A’s, holding an 0-1 record with an alarming 14.14 ERA in a previous start in 2024.
The A’s will be without standout rookie Jacob Wilson, who is sidelined due to a contusion on his left forearm.
Baseball fans can follow the game through various channels, including watching on NBC Sports California or listening on Talk 650 KSTE, A’s Cast, KWNR 95.5 The Bull, and KSAC 104.7 FM/890 AM.
This matchup offers the A’s an opportunity to not only halt their losing streak but also to gain ground in the standings, making it a crucial game for the team’s morale and playoff aspirations.