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On YouTubeAthletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 11
Athletics’ Nick Kurtz joins impressive company after hitting 30th home run
The Athletics are witnessing a breakout star in Nick Kurtz. He continues to prove why he belongs among baseball’s most exciting young sluggers. On Thursday, Nick Kurtz became the first rookie this season to reach 30 home runs.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9
Why Athletics’ Nick Kurtz will win AL Rookie of the Year Award
At 66-79, the Athletics still have a ways to go before making their way into the playoffs. However, the 2025 season has cast a bright light on the A’s future.
Athletics News / Lookout Landing / September 9
Mariners News, 9/9/25: Ryan Bliss, Michael King, and Nick Kurtz 
Mariners infielder Ryan Bliss will be out for the remainder of the season after suffering a right meniscus injury during his rehab assignment that required surgery.
The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Athletics Make Nick Kurtz Decision After 3 Straight Missed Games
Rookie sensation Nick Kurtz left the Athletics' loss to the Texas Rangers on Friday in the fourth inning due to an oblique injury. The 22-year-old missed the rest of the series and sat out during the Athletics' victory against the St.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 31
Athletics' Nick Kurtz undergoes MRI, avoids serious injury
Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz wasn't found to have a serious injury when he underwent an MRI exam on his right oblique, manager Mark Kotsay said before Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 31
2025 Injury Report: Updates on Gore, Kurtz, Varsho
The Nationals have leaned heavily on All-Star MacKenzie Gore, who entered play tied with Cristopher Sanchez for the sixth-most strikeouts in the National League, this season.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 30
A's Slugger Nick Kurtz Pulled From Game Against Texas Rangers
Heading into the weekend series with the Texas Rangers, the Athletics have been rolling, winners of 21 of their past 30 games, which has seen them climb into a tie for fourth place in the AL West after being in last since the end of May.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 28
Athletics complete the sweep with a 7-0 shutout over the Tigers
Going for a three-game sweep tonight, the Athletics took on the AL Central leading Detroit Tigers at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Jose Morales, the 22-year-old righty made his fourth career start against Casey Mize for the Tigers.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / August 27
Las Vegas-bound A’s could return to relevance sooner than expected
Following an improved, if unspectacular, final season in Oakland, not much was expected of the Athletics in 2025. While the results in the standings this season will be similar to those of 2024, the 2025 version of the team has produced a lot to be excited about.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / August 25
Nick Kurtz Is Quickly Becoming One of MLB’s Best Sluggers
Early on this season, the Athletics found themselves in the heart of discussions surrounding this year’s American League Rookie of the Year Award. Shortstop Jacob Wilson had been one of the best hitters in the sport this season, using his elite contact-first playstyle to guide him to success.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 21
“Swing Decisions” Driving Recent Success Of A’s Offense
Call it the “Darell Hernaiz” effect — since Hernaiz arrived on the scene he has put together a lot of excellent plate appearances and suddenly his teammates seem to be following suit.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Two MLB award races that have already been decided
With a month of regular-season baseball remaining, many of the MLB's award races are still hotly contested. There are, however, a pair of award races that have long been decided.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 12
A's to Miss Out on Bonus Draft Pick
A's rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz seems like the runaway favorite for AL Rookie of the Year, and certainly has the resumé to earn himself some hardware at the end of the 2025 season.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 11
Nick Kurtz seeks to regain power surge as A's host Rays
Nick Kurtz celebrated the one-year anniversary of his professional debut on Sunday, and the Athletics first baseman already is established as a fierce power hitter after just 79 games in the majors.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 6
Nick Kurtz Four-Homer Topps NOW Card One of the Most Coveted of the Season
A little over a year ago, the Athletics selected Nick Kurtz with the No. 4 overall pick in the MLB Draft, and he has certainly made his presence known since that day.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Trade-happy A's building something special
A flurry of deals Thursday highlighted a busy MLB trade deadline. While many position players and starting pitchers were dealt, the theme of this year's deadline was postseason contenders adding to their bullpen.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30
Athletics’ Nick Kurtz gave autographed bat to position player who allowed 4th HR
The Athletics’ 2025 season hasn’t gone to plan. While the team spends the next three seasons in Sacramento before their move to Las Vegas, the main focus will continue to be on building a competitive team.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 27
Nick Kurtz aims to remain hot as A's pursue series sweep of Astros
One night after becoming the first rookie to produce a four-homer game as part of a historic 6-for-6 performance, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz finished 2-for-4 with a walk in a 5-1 win Saturday over the host Houston Astros.
Athletics News / Dice City Sports / July 26
Did Nick Kurtz Have The Best Night Ever In MLB History?
Nick Kurtz didn’t just have a great game, he arguably had the greatest game in MLB history. The 22 year old Athletics rookie exploded for four home runs in Friday night’s 15–3 demolition of the Houston Astros, becoming the first rookie ever to join the exclusive four homer club.
Athletics News / LWOSports.com / July 27
A’s rookie Nick Kurtz Slugs His Way Into MLB History Books
Recently, Athletics’ hulking rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz made baseball history. Kurtz, who was drafted in 2004 fourth overall by the Athletics had
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26
Nick Kurtz’s incredible nickname trends amid his 4-home run game
Nick Kurtz on Friday put together one of the best games in MLB history. His great nickname trended on social media in conjunction with the big game. Kurtz went 6-for-6 with 4 home runs in the Athletics’ 15-3 win over the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 25
Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz hits 4 HRs against Astros
Athletics designated hitter Nick Kurtz hit four home runs in his team's 15-3 road win over the Houston Astros on Friday night, becoming the first rookie in major league history to accomplish the feat.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25
Nick Kurtz has one of the greatest games in MLB history
Nick Kurtz had every single slider turned up to 100 during Friday’s game. The Athletics first baseman Kurtz had an evening for the history books against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park in Houston, Tex.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 26
Athletics' Nick Kurtz makes MLB history vs. Astros
Athletics rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz became the 20th player in MLB history to have a four-home run game and the first rookie to achieve that feat.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 25
Athletics Nick Kurtz Reaching Historic Levels Amid Rookie of the Year Race
Since making his major league debut on April 23 against the Texas Rangers, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz has proved he belongs in the bigs. Not only does the 6-foot-5, 240-pound Wake Forest product - affectionately nicknamed 'Big Amish' by his teammates - look the part, but his statistics are flat out jaw-dropping.
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