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Elephant Rumblings: AFL Just About Wrapping Up

Welcome to the start of another week A’s fans! While major league baseball is in its offseason now, the sport is still being played down in Arizona where team’s younger prospects can get extra work over the winter. It’s a…

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 3:46 PM
Elephant Rumblings: AFL Just About Wrapping Up
Key Things to Know
  • Connor Ashford reviews the Arizona Fall League performances of seven Athletics prospects playing for Mesa Solar Sox.
  • Catchers Davis Diaz and Cole Conn both impressed, raising the possibility of big league call-ups next season.
  • Relief pitcher Kenya Huggins dominated by allowing only two runs with 13 strikeouts across 10 1/3 innings.
The Story in 60 Seconds

As the Arizona Fall League regular season nears its conclusion, writer Connor Ashford reviews the performances of the seven Oakland Athletics prospects assigned to the Mesa Solar Sox. The group features four pitchers, two catchers, and one outfielder, including four players ranked among the organization's top 30 prospects.

Ashford highlights strong showings from catchers Davis Diaz and Cole Conn, suggesting both could be candidates for major league debuts next season. On the mound, relief pitcher Kenya Huggins excelled by allowing just two runs across 10 1/3 innings, while outfielder Breyson Guedez struggled offensively.

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