Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson out for 2026 season

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season with a left shoulder injury, with return to Sacramento for evaluation and likely IL placement. The injury has compounded a challenging season for Oakland, which sits near the bottom of the majors as they deal with a long list of injuries and underperforming players. Wilson had recently set a major league record for consecutive error-free games at shortstop, and his absence leaves the A’s with a number of internal options such as Alika Williams, Darell Hernaiz, Max Muncy, and Donovan Walton to fill the vacancy. The team’s objective moving forward is to protect Wilson’s long-term health, potentially including surgery, and to regroup for spring training next year around a reshaped infield. Wilson’s updated status underscores the broader health struggles that have plagued Oakland, contributing to a season that has seen them fall to the worst record in the majors. If he recovers in time for 2027, the A’s may pivot to different infield alignments, with Williams rising as a potential long-term contributor.