Oakland is set for the middle game of the series against the Cubs, looking to end this skid and get back into the win column against a Chicago team still fighting for a playoff spot.
The A’s will be turning to Rule 5 rookie Mitch Spence for the start today. The righty has shown tons of growth here in his first year as a big league pitcher. He’s been on a roll over his past three starts as well, allowing five runs over 16 1⁄3 innings pitched. He’ll be hoping to keep up those quality results tonight as he tries to finish off his rookie season strong and on a high note heading into the offseason.