If the Oakland Athletics still hope to contend in this 2015 season, they must get scorching hot now and stay that way through September. The first series after the All-Star break showcased some key things that the A’s must continue to do during the second half. Timely hitting and base running by Rookie of the Year contender Billy Burns in extra innings on Saturday night, followed by the first regular season walk-off hit for Stephen Vogt gave the Athletics only their second walk-off win of the season. As was the case in the past, clutch hitting in close games needs to be a more regular part of Oakland’s M.
Billy Butler’s Bat is Back for the Oakland Athletics
