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Kids, meet two teams in a big Saturday showdown. The Astros start a new pitching era, led by Hunter Brown, while the A's lean on veterans and a rising star in Nick Kurtz. Quick, exciting action awaits in an early-season clash.
April 4, 2026
A big Saturday showdown in Sacramento as Houston unfolds a new pitching era led by Hunter Brown, while Oakland leans on veteran arms and young power. Can the A's slow Houston's hitters and ride Nick Kurtz to a spark?
This article ranks and profiles MLB players #40-36 for the 2025 season. Blake Snell (#40) is a two-time Cy Young winner who just signed with the Dodgers after throwing a no-hitter with the Giants in 2024. Adley Rutschman (#39) is the Orioles' franchise catcher and a two-time All-Star with exceptional all-around skills. Pete Alonso (#38) returned to the Mets after testing free agency and remains one of baseball's premier power hitters with over 200 career home runs. Brent Rooker (#37) has emerged as a power-hitting star for the Athletics, earning a Silver Slugger in 2024 before signing a five-year extension. Eugenio Suárez (#36) provides consistent power and durability at third base for the Diamondbacks, starting 2025 with a strong performance that earned him Player of the Week honors.
June 4, 2025
