A’s Nick Kurtz Hits Second Pro Home Run

Four games into his pro career, Low-A Stockton first baseman Nick Kurtz has a four-game hitting streak. He went 1-for-3 with two walks on Thursday, hitting his second home run in those four games. Low-A seems to be little challenge for Kurtz so far. The A’s first-round pick is hitting .357/.526/.857 with more walks (5) than strikeouts (4).