After the Athletics first series ever at Sutter Health Park, there were some concerns about the ballpark being an extreme hitter’s park, thanks to its minor-league status. The Athletics were outscored 35-9 by the visiting Chicago Cubs in those first three games.
On Monday, the A’s welcomed another tough team, the San Diego Padres, to their new temporary home in West Sacramento. Despite dropping the first game 5-4, there was some good news that came out of this one.
First off, the A’s didn’t allow seven or more runs, which they did in each of the three games against Chicago. There were still four home runs hit in total, which is a bit much, but effective pitching around those home runs was key in keeping this one close.
With the way that the Cubs have continued to play since leaving Sacramento, beating the previously unbeaten Padres two of three at Wrigley over the weekend, and then taking out the Texas Rangers 7-0 on Monday, it’s more likely that the offensive explosion was due to their bats, rather than just the ballpark.
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As for the game itself on Monday, San Diego came out swinging, putting up a quick three spot in the first, with Jake Cronenworth’s two-run homer being the big blow. It would prove to be the difference in the game.
Lawrence Butler drew a four-pitch walk to begin the home half, but on the first pitch he saw, Brent Rooker grounded to third baseman Manny Machado for a 5-4-3 double play.
Luis Arraez would single with one down in the third, and Machado would bring him home on a double to right-center on a ball that just shot through the gap and to the wall, giving San Diego a 4-0 lead.
Tyler Soderstrom would answer back in the bottom half of the inning, belting his fifth home run of the season over the right field wall. In the bottom of the fourth, Miguel Andujar would reach on a slow roller to third, and Jacob Wilson would single to right, putting runners at first and second.
After a Gio Urshela fly out, Max Muncy would rip a double down the line in left, scoring Andujar and making it a 4-2 game. Butler followed that up with a single of his own, to bring the A’s within a run at 4-3.
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It would remain that way until the seventh, when Fernando Tatís Jr. belted a solo homer out to left to give the Padres an insurance run. Tyler Soderstrom would respond in the home half with a solo shot of his own, his second of the night and his sixth of the season.
It is now New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and A’s first baseman Tyler Soderstrom atop the home run leaderboard with six apiece. In a fun wrinkle, Soderstrom has the higher average (.381 to .325), OBP (.435 to .426), and OPS (1.292 to 1.276).
Unfortunately for the A’s, they wouldn’t really threaten to tie the game the rest of the way. The closest they came was in the bottom of the eighth, when Jacob Wilson (2-for-4, run scored) got aboard with a single to left with one away.
At that point, manager Mark Kotsay made the decision to swap Wilson for pinch runner Max Schuemann, and sent lefty Seth Brown to bat for Urshela. Shuemann was thrown out trying to swipe second, and Brown struck out on four pitches, ending the threat.
Despite the tough first inning, A’s starter Luis Severino largely settled in the rest of the way, finishing with seven innings pitched, giving up eight hits, five earned, and striking out three. He would appear to be in line to pitch the series finale against his former team, the New York Mets, on Sunday.
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Wilson has now recorded a hit in the first 11 games of the season, going 15-for-41 (.366) in that span. He also went 2-for-4 against the Seattle Mariners in the final game last season, so his overall streak stands at 12.
With the A’s falling behind early at home yet again, they have yet to hold a lead at Sutter Health Park through four games. Because of this, they are now 0-4 at home.
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Shares of Gossamer Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ:GOSS) have received a consensus ‘Hold’ rating from the 10 research firms currently covering the company, according to a report from MarketBeat. The average 12-month price target among analysts is $5.43.
Why it matters
Gossamer Bio is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing therapies for immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases, as well as oncology. The ‘Hold’ rating and mixed analyst views could impact investor sentiment and the company’s ability to raise capital for further drug development.
The details
The analyst ratings for Gossamer Bio include two ‘Sell’ recommendations, four ‘Hold’ ratings, and four ‘Buy’ recommendations. Some firms have lowered their price targets on the stock, with HC Wainwright decreasing its target from $10 to $5.
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Gossamer Bio released its latest quarterly earnings report on March 17, 2026.
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A clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in San Diego, California that is focused on developing oral, once-daily therapies for immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases, as well as oncology.
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The takeaway
The mixed analyst views on Gossamer Bio highlight the challenges facing the company as it seeks to advance its pipeline of drug candidates through clinical trials and regulatory approvals. The ‘Hold’ rating could make it more difficult for the company to raise capital and fund its operations.
Oceanside Harbor Beach. (File photo courtesy of @CityofOceanside via X)
A man apparent drowned in the waters near the Oceanside Pier Saturday morning, despite efforts by lifeguards and paramedics to revive him.
The Oceanside Fire Department’s Lifeguard Division and the Oceanside Police Department responded to a report of a missing man at about 4:30 a.m.. Officials said the man was last seen swimming in the ocean about a half-hour earlier.
Lifeguards and police immediately initiated a coordinated search effort using pier vantage points, surveillance cameras and watercraft, but the search was suspended at approximately 5:30 a.m. after no one was found, fire officials said.
“At approximately 10:50 a.m., lifeguards discovered an unresponsive adult male, matching the earlier description, in the water near Lifeguard Tower 12, at Oceanside Harbor Beach,” Division Chief Blake Dorse said in a statement. “The individual was removed from the water, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation was immediately initiated.”
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Fire and rescue personnel continued efforts to resuscitate the man on the way to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He is believed to be the one who was reported missing near the pier.
Authorities did not release the man’s name.
“The Oceanside Lifeguard Division reminds the public to exercise caution when entering the ocean, especially during early morning hours or when lifeguards are not actively monitoring the water,” Dorse said. “Always swim near an open lifeguard tower and avoid entering the water alone.”
A decade of unforgettable meals calls for a proper celebration. This April, Herb & Wood marks its 10-year anniversary, honoring ten years of shaping San Diego’s culinary identity from its stylish home in Little Italy.
Since opening in 2016, the restaurant has played a defining role in modern San Diego dining, ushering in a more ingredient-driven, chef-forward era while setting the standard for design, hospitality, and overall experience.
A Month of Throwback Favorites and Celebratory Surprises
To commemorate the milestone, Herb & Wood is celebrating all month long by bringing back a selection of OG favorites alongside the signature dishes that have remained staples over the years.
Order from the anniversary lineup and receive a scratcher ticket for a chance to win prizes like a whole Jamón Ibérico ham leg, a custom Johnny Lane painting, and a coveted “lifetime” branzino card. It’s a fun and fitting way to toast one of San Diego’s most influential restaurants.
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A Collaborative Anniversary Dinner
The celebration concludes with a special four-course anniversary dinner featuring standout chefs from the Puffer Malarkey Collective. Brian Malarkey, Aidan Owens, Tara Monsod, and Kylie Cablayan will come together for an unforgettable evening that highlights their creativity and culinary artistry.
The celebratory menu includes:
Course One
Parker House Rolls with honey herb butter
Oyster & Beef Tartare with smoked oyster mayo, caramelized onion, and beef fat snow
Course Two
Lechon Kawali with grilled strawberries, pickled mustard seeds, pickled Tokyo negi, mustard frill, and strawberry sarsa
Course Three
Woodfired Tenderloin & Charred Prawns with garlic and chili, fennel oil, celery root, and whipped tallow butter
Course Four
Funfetti Cake with blueberry jam, lemon curd, and Swiss meringue buttercream
This one-night-only collaboration is a delicious tribute to Herb & Wood’s legacy and a memorable way to toast ten remarkable years in Little Italy.
A Defining Force in San Diego Dining
Over the past decade, Herb & Wood has become a cornerstone of Little Italy’s vibrant dining scene. Known for its warm ambiance and thoughtfully crafted menu, it continues to set the tone for modern dining in San Diego.
Whether revisiting longtime favorites or discovering something new, this anniversary celebration is the perfect excuse to gather around the table and raise a glass to ten remarkable years.
See you there!
We’ll be celebrating in Little Italy with throwback bites, celebratory pours, and plenty of toasts to ten iconic years at Herb & Wood.
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