A's Enter 2026 With Best Playoff Odds in Years
Sacramento-era Athletics carry genuine offensive optimism into 2026, though pitching depth remains a concern for the rebuilding club.
The Athletics posted a 76-86 record in 2025 but entered 2026 with 21.4% playoff odds, their strongest outlook in several seasons. The team is leaning on a young offensive core headlined by Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Brent Rooker, Tyler Soderstrom, and Jacob Wilson. Oakland also acquired Jeff McNeil over the offseason, a notable shift from their typical salary-dump posture. The club's path to competitiveness hinges on generating enough offense to offset a thin pitching staff.
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