RYAN NODA NEWS

Hits well in first two rehab games Noda (jaw) went 2-for-5 with two doubles, two RBI, three walks and a run over two rehab games with Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Impact Noda led off in both games, and although he filled the designated hitter role Tuesday, he was able to play first base for seven innings Wednesday. With his timing at the plate apparently no worse for wear after going on the injured list July 19, Noda may only need one more rehab game before being deemed ready to return.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start rehab assignment Noda (jaw) will begin a rehab assignment this week with Triple-A Las Vegas, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Noda has been out of action since mid-July due to a fractured jaw, but he is nearly ready to resume playing in games. With Noda going straight to Triple-A, he will have a chance rejoin the big club before August comes to a close.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taking another step Saturday Noda (jaw) will take live batting practice Saturday, the Associated Press reports.

Impact Noda was originally slated to take live batting practice Tuesday against Mason Miller (elbow) before it was determined he'd wait a few more days. The recovering rookie is apparently now ready to step back into the batter's box and take some hacks, and if all goes well, he could be set for activation in coming days without the need for a rehab assignment.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time before live BP Noda (jaw) did not take live batting practice Tuesday as originally planned but has been medically cleared to play in games if he's comfortable, the Associated Press reports.

Impact The report seems to indicate Noda hasn't suffered any form of physical setback, but rather, that he's actually made steady ongoing progress. However, given the nature of his injury, he may need a bit more time to mentally prepare for stepping back into the batter's box under any setting. The rookie remains without a firm return timetable as a result, but if and when he does embark on a rehab assignment, it's likely to be of short duration given he hasn't been sidelined an inordinate amount of time.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for live batting practice Noda (jaw), who's been swinging a bat since late July, is slated to take live batting practice against Mason Miller (elbow) on Tuesday, the team's official site reports.

Impact It's another key step for Noda as he works to return from the fractured jaw he suffered during pregame warmups July 19. Assuming all goes well with the live BP, the Athletics will map out a more definitive plan and timetable for the remainder of Noda's recovery later in the week. For the moment, the rookie remains within the approximate three-week return timetable he was given when first injured.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to taking BP Noda (jaw) has been cleared to begin hitting again while donning a batting helmet, the Associated Press reports.

Impact Manager Mark Kotsay labeled the latest benchmark in Noda's recovery from a fractured jaw "a good sign" and added that the rookie is set for another evaluation with his oral surgeon next week. Noda's ability to begin taking batting practice again should help him preserve some timing, although he's likely to require a rehab assignment before his eventual activation.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tracks pitches Saturday Noda (jaw) tracked pitches in the batter's box while James Kaprielian (shoulder) and Zach Jackson (elbow) completed mound sessions Saturday, the Associated Press reports.

Impact The rookie still likely has at least a couple of more weeks on the shelf before returning from the fractured mandible he suffered while getting hit in the face during pregame fielding practice Tuesday. However, it's certainly a positive for Noda to try and remain mentally locked in as much as possible during his sudden shutdown. If Noda's healing process goes as expected, he may not need a rehab assignment before being activated.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out three weeks Nola (jaw) is expected to be sidelined for around three weeks, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact That's the timeline Noda received from an oral surgeon after he was diagnosed Wednesday with a fractured mandible. He suffered the injury Tuesday while taking pregame fielding practice and has already been placed on the injured list. Seth Brown is starting at first base and batting cleanup for the Athletics on Thursday versus the Astros.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with jaw fracture Oakland placed Noda on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a fractured jaw, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Noda suffered the injury Tuesday when he took a grounder to the face during pregame fielding practice, though he still somehow managed to homer and double in what was a 3-0 victory for the Athletics before then being scratched from the starting lineup Wednesday. It's unclear at this point how long he might be sidelined. The 27-year-old first baseman has posted a strong .794 OPS with 11 home runs through his first 341 major-league plate appearance this season.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to dental emergency Noda was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox due to a dental emergency, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Unless Noda is still dealing with pain in his mouth area after visiting the dentist, he likely won't miss more than a day or two of action before returning to the Oakland lineup. As a result of Noda being scratched Wednesday, Shea Langeliers will make a fourth consecutive start behind the plate, while Tyler Soderstrom fills in for Noda at first base.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched from lineup Noda was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox due to an unspecified issue.

Impact Noda had been scheduled to start at first base and bat second in the series finale with Boston, but he'll instead take a seat for the second time in four days. Expect the Athletics to provide an explanation behind Noda's absence later Wednesday. With Noda on the bench, Shea Langeliers -- who had been scheduled to get Wednesday off -- will start behind the plate while Tyler Soderstrom gets the nod at first base.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops solo shot Noda went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a double in Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Red Sox.

Impact This was Noda's first multi-hit effort through 12 games in July. He's gone 10-for-41 (.244) for the month, though he's added three homers and seven RBI. The first baseman is up to 11 homers, 38 RBI, 43 runs scored, 17 doubles, two stolen bases and a triple while slashing .229/.375/.418 through his first 90 major-league contests.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Sunday Noda isn't in Oakland's lineup Sunday versus the Twins.

Impact Despite Noda's .790 OPS against right-handers this season, he'll sit out Sunday's contest against Bryce Miller and the Mariners. Tyler Soderstrom will fill in as Oakland's first baseman and bat fifth.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swats 10th homer Noda went 1-for-5 with a solo homer in Saturday's loss to the Twins.

Impact Noda blasted a solo home run off Pablo Lopez in the fourth, marking his 10th long ball of the season. However, he wasn't able to put another ball in play, striking out in each of his other four at-bats Saturday. The first baseman has collected a hit in eight of his last 10 games but hasn't had a multi-hit performance since June 13. Through 87 games, Noda is slashing .225/.375/.404 but owns a monstrous 33.9 percent strikeout rate.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Friday Noda (illness) is starting at first base and batting third Friday against the Red Sox.

Impact A stomach bug kept Noda out of Thursday's game, but the issue seems to have subsided. The 27-year-old first baseman has been on a hot streak recently, going 4-for-14 at the plate with a homer, four RBI and three runs scored while also drawing five walks across his last four games.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out with stomach bug Noda is absent from the lineup Thursday due to a stomach illness, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Noda popped his ninth home run of the season during Wednesday's win over the Tigers but won't start Thursday's game in Detroit due to illness. It's possible he'll be available to pinch-hit, with a return to the lineup in a day or two likely.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Belts ninth homer Wednesday Noda went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in a win over the Tigers on Wednesday.

Impact Noda's 397-foot shot to right field plated Jordan Diaz to cap off Oakland's three-run first inning and kick-start the Athletics' prolific offensive day. The blast extended Noda's hitting streak to four games and marked his first time leaving the yard since June 21, but the 27-year-old continues to struggle with making consistent contact as his 36.4 percent strikeout rate over the last 11 contests indicates.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches four times Saturday Noda went 1-for-2 with a double, three walks, a run and an RBI in a 7-6 win against the White Sox on Saturday.

Impact Noda struggled mightily during the second half of June, posting a .130/.245/.217 slash line between June 15 and June 30. However, he began July on a positive note, reaching base four times and tying a season high with three walks. Noda's .229/.384/.402 season slash line is far from exciting, but he's locked into an everyday role at first base and leads the team in runs (37) and walks (56).

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Sunday's lineup Noda is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays.

Impact Noda started the past 25 games and will receive a day off after he posted an .800 OPS during that span. Carlos Perez is starting at first base and batting second Sunday.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slams three-run homer Noda went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run and a walk in a loss to the Athletics on Wednesday.

Impact Noda gave Oakland an early 4-0 lead with his three-run shot in the third inning, but Cleveland eventually came back to pull out a close victory. The first baseman had been slumping coming into the contest, batting .182 with no homers and 16 strikeouts over his previous 44 at-bats. Noda has been one of Oakland's most productive offensive players with a .239/.390/.423 slash line, eight home runs, 35 runs, 30 RBI and two thefts on the season.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times Sunday Noda went 2-for-3 with an RBI single, two walks and a run in a win over the Brewers on Sunday.

Impact Noda made his contributions to the Athletics' fifth straight win via the small-ball route while three other teammates left the yard. The busy day on the basepaths was par for the course for Noda, who pushed his on-base percentage to an outstanding .410 with what was his fifth multi-hit effort in the last eight games.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in win Noda went 2-for-4 with a homer, two RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's victory over the Pirates.

Impact Noda now has four multi-hit performances in his last five games, going 8-for-18 (.444) in that span. He extended Oakland's lead to 8-3 Wednesday with a homer off Luis Ortiz, his seventh of the year and third in his last 10 contests. Overall, the 27-year-old Noda is slashing a solid .255/.415/.473 with 32 runs scored, 23 RBI and two stolen bases through 212 plate appearances in his rookie campaign.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times Monday Noda went 2-for-3 with an RBI single, a double, two walks and a run in a loss to the Pirates on Monday.

Impact The Athletics took their 50th loss of the season, but not much more could have been asked of Noda, who reached safely for the fifth straight game. The 27-year-old has a .403 on-base percentage for the season across 201 plate appearances and now carries an astronomical 19.4 percent walk rate, albeit alongside a 33.8 percent strikeout rate.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On base thrice Saturday Noda went 2-for-4 with a walk in a loss to the Marlins on Saturday.

Impact Noda's on-base percentage is once again hovering near an elite .400 (.396) thanks to Saturday's busy day at the plate. The 27-year-old rookie now boasts a .294 average and .914 OPS over his last 10 games despite the fact he's also struck out in a whopping 41 percent of his 39 plate appearances during that span. Given his ability to get on base at a very high clip and the Athletics' dearth of offensive options, Noda's everyday role is seemingly safe regardless of his inconsistent contact rate.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncorks key three-run blast Noda went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in a win over Atlanta on Monday.

Impact Noda's 355-foot shot in the fifth with Jonah Bride and Esteury Ruiz aboard snapped a 1-1 tie and gave the Athletics a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Noda has now reached safely in 11 straight starts, a stretch where he owns a .973 OPS despite a pair of hitless pinch-hit at-bats and a 36.2 percent strikeout rate.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE