Donovan Walton
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August 28, 2026
Getting rest Friday
Walton isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles.
Analysis
Walton has recorded a hit in six of his last seven games, but the A's will keep him on the bench to begin Friday's contest. While he sits, Jeff McNeil will cover second base and Alika Williams will start at shortstop.
August 23, 2026
Goes yard in Saturday's win
Walton went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Astros.
Analysis
Walton opened the scoring with a 422-foot blast to center field in the third inning, his first homer since June 15 when he was a member of the Angels. Since being picked up by the Athletics on July 12, the journeyman infielder is slashing .230/.397/.377 with six RBI, 14 runs and two stolen bases across 79 plate appearances. Overall, Walton has a .283/.374/.454 line with four homers, 18 RBI, 28 runs and two stolen bases in 176 plate appearances this season.
