Oakland Athletics Starting Lineup 5/17/21 Athletics Lineup
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Oakland made the closest run at Houston last season. Any slip in the Astros' production could open the door for a very talented team. The Athletics' run differential puts them within the upper crust of playoff caliber teams. Any improvements at the plate or off the mound could push them to the top. Where they were most deficient compared to the elite four teams projected as 2020 World Champion frontrunners is in run production.
Oakland's 2019 run production was around a half a run per game behind the Yankees, Astros and Twins. Unfortunately, each of those teams play in the same league with the A's. However, this is a team with a strong chance to overcome that deficit. However, pitching is a point of concern. Any regression from last year would only negate any advancements Oakland makes on offense. The staff is headed by one of the Houston whistleblowers. That could target Oakland with their own tag.
Athletics Starting Lineup
Most Common Athletics Lineups
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2021 Recent Athletics Lineups
| Game | Score | Starting Pitcher | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
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| 5/15 @ MIN | L 4-5 | | | | | | | | | | |
| 5/15 @ MIN | W 6-1 | | | | | | | | | | |
| 5/13 @ BOS | L 1-8 | | | | | | | | | | |
| 5/12 @ BOS | W 4-1 | | | | | | | | | | |
| 5/11 @ BOS | W 3-2 | | | | | | | | | | |
Contents
- Oakland Athletics Starting Lineup 5/17/21
- Athletics Starting Lineup
- Most Common Athletics Lineups
- 2021 Recent Athletics Lineups
- Oakland Athletics FAQ
- Who Will Replace Jurickson Profar?
- Who Is The DH For Oakland Athletics?
- Who Plays Third Base For The Athletics?
- What Is The Best Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
- What Is The Worst Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
- Who Has Played The Most Games For The Athletics?
Oakland Athletics FAQ
One of the more stacked lineups in the league is in Oakland. They have big-time power and plenty of bats one-through-nine. This is also a well-balanced lineup as they have strong bats from both sides of the plate. Marcus Semien is coming off of a breakout season and will leadoff again for the A's. Ramon Laureano is another one set to move up in the order, and as good as his defense is, we shouldn't forget about his offense. The big boppers are Matt Chapman, Khris Davis, and Matt Olson. All three sit in the heart of the order. Now the A's always had some platoon bats, and Tony Kemp might find his way into the lineup more against right-handers, while Mark Canha is a bat who handles lefties well.
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Who Will Replace Jurickson Profar?
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Who Is The DH For Oakland Athletics?
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Who Plays Third Base For The Athletics?
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What Is The Best Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
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What Is The Worst Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
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Who Has Played The Most Games For The Athletics?
Who Will Replace Jurickson Profar?
Tony Kemp will be the one to play more every day second base for the Oakland A's. Kemp is a utility guy, as was Profar, so the A's replace him with another AL West member.
Who Is The DH For Oakland Athletics?
Khris Davis is the DH for the Oakland Athletics in 2020. He has massive power and is one of the top home run hitters in the game today. Davis has been the DH for Oakland over the last few seasons, and can also play outfield.
Who Plays Third Base For The Athletics?
Matt Chapman is the all-star third baseman for the Oakland Athletics. Chapman is considered to be one of the best in the game, especially on the defensive side rivaling Nolan Arenado.
What Is The Best Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
While the 1988 team would lose the World Series, they won 104 games and scored 800 runs. Jose Conseco and Rickey Henderson were major names on the team and Tony La Russa as manager.
What Is The Worst Athletics Lineup Of All-Time?
In 1979, the Oakland A's won just 33% of their games and had a negative WAR as a team. They are the only team to have a negative WAR in a single season. Oakland allowed 860 runs and scored just 573.
Who Has Played The Most Games For The Athletics?
Bert Campaneris played 13 years with the Oakland A’s, playing 1,795 total games. He went to five all-star games and had a ton of speed. He stole over 550 bases during his time in Oakland.
