Oakland Athletics defeat Los Angeles Angels 9-7 in season finale opener

The Oakland Athletics secured a 9-7 victory over the Los Angeles Angels at Sutter Health Park, marking a successful start to their final homestand of the 2026 season. The win halted a six-game losing streak for the Athletics.

During the game, the Angels held an initial 6-0 lead before the Athletics mounted a comeback, scoring nine consecutive runs. Carlos Cortes contributed significantly with a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning. The loss was particularly difficult for the Angels, who are currently fighting to avoid their first 100-loss season in franchise history.

The Athletics, currently holding a 62-95 record, aim to finish the season with more momentum, while the Angels sit at 60-97. The matchup also featured the return of Joshua Kuroda-Grauer to the Athletics' lineup following his recovery from surgery.