The Oakland Athletics faced a challenging 2024 season, finishing with a 69-93 record, but there were bright spots amidst the struggles. Brent Rooker emerged as a standout player, hitting 39 home runs and achieving an impressive .927 OPS. Mason Miller transitioned to a closer role, successfully converting 28 saves with a stellar 2.49 ERA.

Despite individual successes, the pitching staff struggled overall, with the team ranking low in ERA. Zack Gelof's performance was disappointing after a strong 2023, and veteran pitchers failed to stabilize the rotation. The A's will need to focus on internal improvements for the future.

As the regular season concludes, a review of standout players by position reveals significant value relative to their draft positions. Notably, Shea Langeliers of the Oakland Athletics emerged as a top catcher, despite a low batting average, thanks to his power hitting.

Josh Naylor of the Cleveland Guardians excelled at first base, nearly doubling his home run count from the previous year. Meanwhile, Brice Turang of the Milwaukee Brewers made headlines for his speed, stealing 50 bases despite a poor batting average.

Willy Adames also shone for the Brewers, hitting 32 home runs and stealing 21 bases. Mark Vientos of the New York Mets had a strong finish at third base, while Brent Rooker and Jarren Duran provided impressive outfield performances, with Rooker hitting 39 home runs and Duran showcasing speed and power.

In a thrilling 10-inning showdown, Leo Rivas scored the winning run for the Seattle Mariners against the Oakland Athletics, securing a 7-6 victory. This win marked Seattle's 11th last-at-bat victory of the season, showcasing their resilience despite being out of playoff contention.

Julio Rodríguez and Luke Raley played pivotal roles, with Raley hitting a two-run homer to tie the game in the ninth. Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh also made history by tying the record for most home runs by a catcher in their first four years.

In a bittersweet farewell to the Oakland Coliseum, the Oakland Athletics secured a 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers, marking their last scheduled game at the venue. Fans expressed mixed emotions, chanting both for and against the team as they reminisced about the A's storied history since 1968.

Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers continued their strong performance, defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2, with Aaron Civale pitching six scoreless innings. The Chicago White Sox ended their losing streak with a 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels, while the Kansas City Royals edged the Washington Nationals 7-4.

In other action, the Colorado Rockies rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 10-8, and the New York Yankees celebrated their second AL East title in three years with a 10-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.