Reviewing The Athletics’ Young Hitters

The Athletics were hampered by several major injuries to an up-and-coming lineup this season. Nick Kurtz, Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers, and Tyler Soderstrom all missed significant time. An offense that ranked 12th in scoring in 2025 slipped to 20th in 2026.
The absences in the middle of the order opened up playing time for a handful of inexperienced bats. The A’s got a good look at several players who could contribute in 2027, even when everyone is healthy. Here’s a look at each you