The Athletics are playing good baseball at the moment. After a 76-86 season last year, they are now 17-15 and currently lead the American League West by a game over the Texas Rangers. They had a productive offseason, adding Jeff McNeil to their lineup.

The offense is their strength this season, and with players such as Brent Rooker, Jacob Wilson, Lawrence Butler and reigning American League Rookie of the Year Nick Kurtz, they shouldn't have too much of a problem scoring runs.

Kurtz brings a lot of power from the left side of the plate to their lineup, but he also shows a lot of patience and is able to draw walks.…