Al Leiter

Athletics reliever Mark Leiter Jr. covering first base in pitcher fielding drills during spring training

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Mark Leiter Jr. on Pressure, Opportunity, and Why He Joined the Athletics

Evan M. Thompson, Editor-in-chief
February 17, 2026

Oakland Athletics
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Mark Leiter Jr. on Pressure, Opportunity, and Joining the Athletics MESA, Ariz. (Feb. 12) — It would be easy to tell the story of Mark Leiter Jr. story through the name on the back of his jersey. His father spent 11 seasons in the majors. His Uncle Al became a two‑time All‑Star and two-time World […]