A's Top Rockies 6-4 as Vegas Ballpark Build Hits Milestone

The Athletics defeated the Colorado Rockies 6-4 on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Las Vegas Ballpark, opening a three-game series in Summerlin. Catcher Shea Langeliers homered, and the win extended the momentum the team carried from its recent homestand. Meanwhile, just down the road, construction on the A's permanent home continues at a steady pace. Team president Marc Badain led a tour of the site this week, highlighting major milestones as the franchise builds toward its move into a new Las Vegas ballpark in 2028.

A's Edge Rockies 6-4 as Langeliers, Kurtz Go Deep

The Athletics topped the Rockies 6-4 in their series opener at Las Vegas Ballpark. Langeliers connected for a home run, then signaled to the bullpen afterward. First baseman Nick Kurtz also went deep, getting a high five from third base coach Bobby Crosby. Lefty Hogan Harris closed out the game in relief, sharing a high five with Langeliers after the final out. Mascot Stomper carried an "A's Win" flag across the field afterward.

Colorado got a go-ahead three-run homer from center fielder Cole Carrigg, while left-hander Sean Sullivan made his MLB debut on the mound for the Rockies. Third baseman Max Muncy and second baseman Zack Gelof also contributed to the Athletics' offense.

Vegas Ballpark Construction Reaches Roof Truss Milestone

Ahead of Friday's game, MLB.com toured the construction site at Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue with team president Marc Badain. Progress has been steady since the groundbreaking on June 23, 2025. This week marked a milestone, with crews raising the first of six roof trusses.

The glass roof will reduce sunlight glare while letting natural light through clerestory windows.

The outfield area, where most fans will enter from the Strip, offers clear sightlines to the field from the main concourse. A mezzanine club section will overlook home plate, with views of the Strip's New York-New York and MGM Grand visible through the dome. The stadium, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and HNTB, will seat 33,000 fans. Construction on the ballpark continues on schedule, even as a nearby Bally's resort project remains stalled while awaiting an FAA review over hotel tower heights near Harry Reid International Airport.

Aviators Pipeline Fuels A's Roster Ahead of Vegas Move

Friday's lineup against Colorado featured ten players with Triple-A experience under the Las Vegas Aviators, totaling 788 combined games between them. Starting pitcher Gage Jump was among them. Langeliers called it a huge hat tip to the organization, the scouting department, and what they're doing for player development, calling it really cool.

Manager Mark Kotsay, in his fifth season, credited the seventh-year tenure of Aviators manager Fran Riordan for building stability. Kotsay said the organization has been built on continuity and loyalty, noting that turnover makes it harder to develop relationships and build trust. Badain also addressed parking plans, noting access to roughly 30,000 nearby spots, and confirmed the stadium remains on track for its estimated $1.75 billion budget and 2028 opening.