Athletics vs. Angels Game Postponed Due to Player Illness

Dana unable to throw bullpen session as he recovers from undisclosed illness

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

The upcoming game between the Oakland Athletics and Los Angeles Angels on May 19, 2026 has been postponed after Angels manager Kurt Suzuki revealed that pitcher Dana has yet to throw a bullpen session during spring training as he recovers from an undisclosed illness.

Why it matters

The postponement of this game is an early setback for the Angels as they prepare for the upcoming MLB season. Dana's absence from spring training activities due to illness raises concerns about his availability and readiness for the start of the regular season.

The details

According to reports, Angels manager Kurt Suzuki stated that pitcher Dana has not been able to participate in any bullpen sessions so far this spring as he continues to recover from an unspecified illness. The team has not provided further details on the nature or severity of Dana's illness, but his inability to throw during spring training workouts is a concerning development for the Angels.

  • The Athletics vs. Angels game was originally scheduled for May 19, 2026.

The players

Kurt Suzuki

The manager of the Los Angeles Angels.

Dana

A pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels who is currently recovering from an undisclosed illness.

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What they’re saying

“Dana has yet to throw a bullpen session during spring training while he recovers from an illness.”

— Kurt Suzuki, Los Angeles Angels Manager (The Orange County Register)

What’s next

The Angels will need to provide updates on Dana's recovery and timeline for returning to spring training activities. The team will also need to determine if the postponed game against the Athletics will be rescheduled.

The takeaway

This postponement highlights the unpredictability of player health and availability during the preseason, which can have significant impacts on a team's preparations and early-season performance.