Nevertheless, the A’s had reasons to be encouraged Sunday and hope the drafting of power-hitting Wake Forest first baseman Nick Kurtz will benefit their long-standing rebuilding process.

According to MLB.com, the Athletics have invited first base prospect Nick Kurtz to spring training. Kurtz was selected with the fourth-overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Wake Forest.

First baseman Nick Kurtz did just that in his first year of pro ball after being drafted fourth overall out of Wake Forest. Following a seven-game tune-up with Low-A Stockton, he jumped to Double ...

First baseman Nick Kurtz, whom the Athletics selected No. 4 overall out of Wake Forest on July 14, was one of 20 players who earned a non-roster invite to spring training for the upcoming campaign ...

The short hook: Potential middle-of-the-order bat Kurtz displayed resilience during his platform year at Wake Forest, overcoming a slow start and a shoulder injury en route to being selected No. 4 ...

The A's focus on infield depth with Kurtz and Muncy, while Krook adds left-handed pitching depth. Strategic, high-potential ...

The A's system overall is thin but there are several candidates to be back-end starters and one potential offensive star in ...