"Our vibe, our energy is excellent after wins, after losses, after walk-offs, after tough games, maybe even games we don’t play well," said manager A.J. Hinch. "If you get in that mode of resetting over 162 (games), it’s going to pay off, and games like last night are key when we already know we’re going to show up in the ballpark ready to play the next day."
"Just going out there and having multiple innings has gotten me more comfortable, and then when I start, it really doesn’t affect me," said Brant Hurter. He successfully transitioned from an opener role to a bulk relief pitcher, showing his growing acclimatization to major league responsibilities.
A’s manager Mark Kotsay expressed disappointment over the seventh inning, stating, "Had we played better defense in the seventh, I think we win this game 1-0." This highlights how critical defensive plays can influence the outcome of tight games.
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