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Langeliers Homers Three Times in Leadoff Debut to Drive Athletics to 16-7 Rout

Manager Mark Kotsay’s leadoff decision was validated by a five-hit night that reset MLB catcher records.

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Aug 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Texas Rangers first baseman Rowdy Tellez (44) hits a two-run single during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Aug 5, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Luke Keaschall (15) hits a two run home run in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Shea Langeliers homered in the first, fifth and seventh innings off starter MacKenzie Gore, reliever Orlando Ribalta and reliever Andry Lara.
  • He finished 5-for-6 with a double, 15 total bases, four runs scored and three RBIs to tie the record for most total bases by a catcher since 1900.
  • His three-homer outburst made him the second catcher ever to do so from the leadoff spot and the first player since at least 1900 to hit three homers in his first leadoff game.
  • The performance marked his second career three-homer game, joining Johnny Bench, Gary Carter and Travis d’Arnaud as the only catchers with multiple such nights.
  • The Athletics collected 24 hits and notched a season-high 16 runs, turning around an inconsistent offense with a decisive victory over Washington.