Nick Kurtz hits 4 home runs vs Astros
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Already a triple shy of the cycle through four innings and the Athletics holding a six-run lead on Friday night at Daikin Park, Nick Kurtz knew he would get at least a couple more opportunities to com
HOUSTON (AP) — Shea Langeliers and Lawrence Butler homered, Nick Kurtz followed his historic four-homer game with two hits and the Athletics won their third straight game, beating the Houston Astros 5-1 on Saturday night.
The right-hander gave the bullpen a bit of a breather by fighting threw six innings, but A’s hitters battered him for 11 hits and five runs. He relied mostly on his changeup and sinker, throwing them a combined 69 times. The sinker drew 21 swings with only one whiff.
One night after a performance for the ages from Nick Kurtz, all eyes were on the Athletics rookie first baseman Saturday night to see what he might have in store for an encore.