The Athletics got a gritty win against the Texas Rangers in the second game of their series, and it was Jacob Wilson who came up big for his team. Wilson hit a two-run single and made a key defensive play at shortstop to get the 2-1 win over the Rangers, and he was able to get that hit off pitcher MacKenzie Gore.
After the game, Wilson gave Gore the ultimate praise and shared that it's not always easy to go up against a caliber pitcher like him.
“Going up against a guy like MacKenzie Gore, he's a very quality pitcher and tough to go up against. Went up there and was able to put some runs on the board,” Wilson said via MLB.com.
After starting the season 3-7, the Athletics have won six of seven, and have four one-run wins in their last seven games. Wilson has been key for the Athletics, and after a strong rookie season, he's looking to be even better this year. Before this season started, he shared what his main focus has been, and it looks like it's been working.
“It’s definitely been the main focus for the last couple of offseasons now,” Wilson said via Marti Gallegos of MLB.com. “Being able to grow into my body a little bit more and put on more muscle. I’ve been at the A’s facility for the entire offseason now, working with the strength staff to get stronger and prepare my body for the long season ahead.”
The Athletics didn't waste any time giving him a contract extension during the offseason, and the hope is that he lives up to it.
