Athletics Pre/Post April 8, 2021 10:44 pm Bob Melvin has faith A's will start hitting despite slow start to season Manager Bob Melvin shares his thoughts on the A’s 6-2 loss to the Astros on Thursday. Cole Irvin got the loss in his second start of the season (he gave up four earned runs). 49ers videos 4:55 Stripling believes A's can mimic Orioles' turnaround 0:47 Murphy homer gives Giants 1-0 lead over Red Sox 3:10 Kotsay believes Toro, Nevin deserve praise for offensive production 1:49 Toro excited about A's energy after sweeping Pirates 0:12 Nevin's homer extends hitting streak, A's lead