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Former RockHound set to make MLB debut with the Athletics
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk Trey Francis , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· June 29, 2026
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Key takeaway He started the 2026 season in Midland, playing for the RockHounds before being promoted to Triple-A Las Vegas.
A former Midland RockHound is set to make his major league debut with the Athletics. Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, a shortstop, has been called up to the big leagues. He started the 2026 season in Midland, playing for the RockHounds before being promoted to Triple-A Las Vegas.
Kuroda-Grauer's call-up comes ahead of the Athletics' series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Details of his upcoming debut are available from local news sources. Further information about Kuroda-Grauer's background and his path to the major leagues can be found through local news outlets, including his status as a former fourth-round pick.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A former Midland RockHound is set to make his major league debut with the Athletics. Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, a shortstop, has been called up to the big leagues. He started the 2026 season in Midland…
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