Athletics Win 6-4 Over Astros with Kurtz Walk-Off Homer

Nick Kurtz has emerged as a clutch player for the Oakland Athletics, delivering multiple late-inning home runs against the Houston Astros, including a dramatic two-run walk-off homer in the 10th inning that secured a 6-4 victory. This marked his second game-ending homer against Houston in four days, contributing to the Athletics' strong recent performance with five wins in seven games. Rookie Willie McIver also made significant contributions, hitting his first major league home run and driving in two runs, while Lawrence Butler and Jacob Wilson added solo shots. Despite the Athletics blowing a 4-1 lead in the eighth inning, they rallied back, with strong pitching performances from Michael Kelly and others helping close out the game. The Athletics have allowed a league-high 70 home runs at their home park this season, yet continue to build momentum with a blend of youthful talent and resilience. Kurtz’s increasing power surge, highlighted by multiple ninth-inning homers recently, has energized Oakland's lineup and fans alike.