Oakland is aiming to set up its seventh series with the Houston Astros by winning Wednesday's AL Wild Card Game.
The Athletics carry home-field advantage for their matchup with the Tampa Bay Rays and a win would extend a four-game winning streak for host sides in that contest.
Regardless of which team lands in Houston for ALDS Game 1 Friday, it faces a stiff task against a rested squad with a deep roster.
The other ALDS matchup should feature tons of offense, as Minnesota and the New York Yankees combined for 613 home runs.
AL Playoff Schedule
Wild Card Game
October 2: Tampa Bay at Oakland (8:09 p.