It was a "rinse and repeat" for Kurtz at Yankee Stadium, where it seems the 3-run home run has become his specialty.

The Athletics got a boost from their defense late, and it led to offense in the ninth as the A's came away with the win ...

Athletics first. Lawrence Butler strikes out swinging. Jacob Wilson grounds out to shallow infield, Taylor Walls to Jonathan Aranda. Brent Rooker doubles to shallow left field. Nick Kurtz walks.

Today, I'll look at players like Nick Kurtz, Jacob Lopez, Paul Goldschmidt, and Jameson Taillon. Keeping up with the latest hitter and pitcher trends is a key component for a successful season, and ...