Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson took batting practice for the first time since injuring his left hand. Manager Mark Kotsay says Wilson could come off the bench Friday and may start over the

WEST SACRAMENTO -- Jacob Wilson will be accompanied by a teammate at the 2025 All-Star Game.

Former Diamond Dawg standouts Brent Rooker and Jurrangelo Cijntje – both first round draft picks – are set to participate in several events during the Midsummer Classic. Rooker will compete in Home Run Derby as well as the All-Star Game itself while Cijntje will pitch in the MLB Futures Game.

The Athletics' Brent Rooker will be one of eight batters looking to win the home run derby ahead of Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta.

Brent Rooker has established himself as one of the most prolific sluggers in baseball over the past few seasons. So it’s only fitting that his second career All-Star selection will include a spot in the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby.