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Young Slugger Shines in Debut | Oakland Athletics News
Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, the 23-year-old Athletics prospect, just smashed his first career MLB home run — a 416-foot solo shot in the second inning — and didn’t stop there. He battled through a painful foul ball to the midsection, came back swinging, and finished the game 2-for-3, lifting his average to .417. The A’s won 5-2, and with rookie pitcher Mitch Bratt on the mound too, it was a night of firsts for both. Kuroda-Grauer’s breakout performance signals big things ahead for the young slugger and the Athletics. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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