Jacob Wilson Returns After Hamstring Tightness

Oakland Athletics rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson was scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Los Angeles Angels due to tightness in his left hamstring, a precautionary move. Wilson missed both Tuesday's and Wednesday's games, with Max Schuemann filling in at shortstop, but returned to the lineup on Friday against the Kansas City Royals after three days of rest. The team initially did not disclose the reason for Wilson's absence, later confirming the hamstring issue. Prior to his injury, Wilson had an impressive .366/.402/.520 season slash line and was batting .500/.500/.676 in June. He has played in 64 of the team's 68 games and is viewed as a strong AL Rookie of the Year contender. Wilson's performance has been a key part of the Athletics' season, providing both offensive and defensive value.