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Athletics Edge Brewers on Heim’s 10th-Inning HR

6/11/2026

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Summary

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Oakland Athletics beat Milwaukee Brewers after Jonah Heim tied the game with a 10th-inning home run.
The teams recorded 34 hits, 29 runs and 11 home runs, with Oakland hitting seven.
The game lasted four hours, began at 87 °F despite triple-digit highs, and the retractable roof with under-seat AC cooled the interior.
Manager Mark Kotsay used seven pitchers and was urged to keep the bullpen fresh before J.T. Ginn starts.

History

Historical Context

In July 1999 the Seattle Mariners moved into Safeco Field, a new ballpark with a retractable roof that could open or close in 10–20 minutes. The roof, moved by 128 wheels, has been used for 435 games through 2024, illustrating MLB’s shift toward climate-controlled venues and later the Oakland Athletics installed a similar roof.

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Story summary

Oakland Athletics beat Milwaukee Brewers after Jonah Heim tied the game with a 10th-inning home run.
The teams recorded 34 hits, 29 runs and 11 home runs, with Oakland hitting seven.
The game lasted four hours, began at 87 °F despite triple-digit highs, and the retractable roof with under-seat AC cooled the interior.
Manager Mark Kotsay used seven pitchers and was urged to keep the bullpen fresh before J.T. Ginn starts.

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