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Let the Braves Matt Olson and A's Nick Kurtz Comparisons Begin

When the Athletics selected first baseman Nick Kurtz out of Wake Forest with the fourth pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, A's scouting director Eric Kubota told members of the media he reminded them of a young Matt Olson.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Athletics’ Nick Kurtz joins Barry Zito in franchise lore, turns clock back 25 years

Although the Athletics’ first season in Sacramento hasn’t gone to plan, the franchise can still be fun to watch. A major reason why is due to the rookie duo of first baseman Nick Kurtz and shortstop Jacob Wilson.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 28

A's look for youth movement to continue paying off vs. Mariners

Jacob Wilson of the Athletics was the leading candidate for American League Rookie of the Year for most of this season. But teammate Nick Kurtz is in the process of taking over the pole position.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Athletics Announce Nick Kurtz Update After Absence From Lineup

First baseman Nick Kurtz is in his first season with the Athletics after making his debut in late April. The 22-year-old rookie sensation was selected fourth overall by the Athletics just over a year ago in the 2024 MLB Draft.

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 / Mets Merized Online / July 26

MLB Power Rankings: Week Seventeen Update

The intro is dedicated to Nick Kurtz. The 22-year-old rookie had perhpas the greatest night at the plate in major league history. He went 6-for-6 at the plate with four homers, 19 total bases, and six runs scored.

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 / Field Level Media / July 26

On heels of 4-HR game, Nick Kurtz takes aim at Astros again

The Houston Astros couldn't have picked a worse time to put yet another starting pitcher on the injured list. After all, Nick Kurtz is still in town. Kurtz,

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 26

MLB roundup: A's rookie Nick Kurtz belts record-tying 4 homers

Rookie Nick Kurtz tied major league records with four home runs and 19 total bases to pace the visiting Athletics to a 15-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday.

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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 / Field Level Media / July 25

Nick Kurtz ties record with 4 HRs as A's pound Astros

Rookie Nick Kurtz tied major league records with four home runs and 19 total bases to pace the visiting Athletics to a 15-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday.

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.

Nick Kurtz 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.

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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.