The 22-year-old rookie sensation was selected fourth overall by the Athletics just over a year ago in the 2024 MLB Draft. Kurtz was called up to the major leagues quickly due to his exceptional performance in the minor leagues and his advanced offensive approach, leading to the Athletics believing in his success at the major-league level.

Nick Kurtz of the Athletics became the first rookie in MLB history to hit four home runs in a game Friday against the Houston Astros.

A’s slugging first baseman tied an MLB record with 19 total bases while going 6-for-6 with four homers, six runs scored and eight RBIs in what may be the greatest single-game performance