Athletics Open Second Half Against Nationals
Night Game Preview
The Athletics begin the second half of the 2026 MLB season tonight in West Sacramento, squaring off with the Washington Nationals at 6:40 p.m. After a nine‑game losing streak that ended the first half, Oakland hopes to snap that skid early. Washington sits fourth in the NL East with a 48‑49 mark, offering the A’s a chance to pick up a crucial win.
New faces will appear in the lineup right away. Donovan Walton, a seven‑year veteran who has played for Seattle, San Francisco, Philadelphia and Anaheim, will start at second base and occupy the seventh spot in Mark Kotsay’s order. Tommy White makes his MLB debut at first base after an elevation from the Las Vegas AAA team.
Pitching Match‑up
Gage Jump, a 23‑year‑old left‑hander, takes the mound for the A’s in his tenth appearance of the season. He posts a 3‑4 record with a 3.51 ERA across 48.2 innings. Facing him is Cade Cavalli, a 25‑year‑old righty who is 5‑4 with a 3.83 ERA in twenty starts and has fanned 110 batters in 98.2 frames.
Injuries and Absentee Players
Oakland will be without Nick Kurtz and Zack Gelof, both placed on the injured list before the break. Their missing presence reshapes the batting order that Cavalli must navigate. The Nationals’ lineup, managed by Blake Butera, is posted in a linked graphic.
Broadcast Details
Fans can watch the game on NBCSCA for Athletics coverage. Audio options include Talk 650 KSTE, KVMX 92.1/105.5 and the A’s Cast feed for listeners.
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