Nick Kurtz would hit the IL after injuring his thumb prior to the break. Jul 26, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (16) reacts during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Jun 21, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (16) watches his two-run home run during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectAnother possibility would be out of pure greed. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectThe Athletics are not in a position to even consider bringing Kurtz back this season.