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Pitching Prowess and Clutch Hits Shine | Oakland Athletics News
Baseball’s back with a thriller on August 29, 2026—pitching stars Jack Perkins and Shane Baz dominated the mound, striking out power hitters like Pete Alonso and Zack Gelof while escaping high-pressure jams. Perkins allowed a solo homer but kept it close, while Baz’s command and defense kept his team in control. Leody Taveras delivered clutch doubles, driving in runs, while relievers Alex Hoppe and Yennier Cano pulled off jaw-dropping escapes in loaded innings. The game came down to the wire, sealed by Andrew Kittredge’s groundout against Tommy White. A nail-biter full of momentum swings…
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