The Athletics faced a fourth consecutive losing season in 2025 primarily due to poor run prevention, highlighted by a -34 defensive runs saved and 88 errors. While the young hitters, including Rookie of the Year candidates Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson, showed promise offensively, defensive improvements are crucial for playoff contention. The team replaced struggling outfielder JJ Bleday with standout prospect Denzel Clarke and saw Tyler Soderstrom excel in left field. The defense remains a focus, with decisions pending on infield positioning and overall strategies for the upcoming season.
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