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Ben Rice News / Sport Relay / July 7
Ben Rice Named 2026 Home Run Derby Participant 
For the second straight year, the Home Run Derby will feature a New York Yankee. Amidst a breakout 2026 campaign, infielder Ben Rice announced on Tuesday that he will participate in the All-Star break’s most popular event.
Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / July 7
Red Sox 1B Willson Contreras named to AL All-Star roster
Willson Contreras of the Red Sox was named to replace Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the American League All-Star Game roster. Contreras, 34, earned his fourth All-Star Game selection while batting .284 with 20 home runs and 59 RBIs in 86 games this season, his first with the Red Sox.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Seth Lugo News / Field Level Media / July 7
Royals turn to Seth Lugo in opener vs. Mets in last-place matchup
The Kansas City Royals and New York Mets may be the two most disappointing teams in baseball this season. But at least both clubs will have some momentum heading into Tuesday night's opener of a three-game interleague series in New York.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 7
Athletics Who Need To Step Up During Tigers Series
The Athletics are struggling, which means a few things need to go right in order to ensure a series win over the Tigers. The Athletics have lost seven of their last eight games, a stretch that could prove to be season-defining if things do not go well in Detroit.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 7
NRFI, YRFI MLB Bets Today: Best First Inning Predictions for Tuesday, July 7
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal attempts to get his team back in the AL Central race as he and the Athletics look poised for an NRFI. Bet the NRFI in the Los Angeles Angels vs.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 7
Two Pitching Options in Draft for Athletics This Weekend
The MLB Draft is quickly approaching, as this Saturday, the Athletics will get to add another high-end prospect to their farm system. The team holds the eighth overall selection.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 7
Athletics’ Two All-Star Starters Could Signal Bigger Changes Ahead
With Nick Kurtz and Shea Langeliers both receiving starting bids, big things could be on the horizon for the Athletics. There is no question that both Kurtz and Langeliers have had a major influence on the Athletics this season.
Eric Cerantola News / New Baseball Media / July 7
2026 Transactions: Giants Claim Cerantola, Mets Trade for Reliever
Some smaller moves were made on July 6, a relatively lighter day across Major League Baseball. Both the Giants and Mets picked up relievers. The Braves, meanwhile, continue their roster shuffle.
Michael Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
A’s Release Michael Kelly
The Athletics released reliever Michael Kelly over the weekend, according to the MLB.com transaction log. He was designated for assignment a week earlier when the A’s needed a 40-man roster spot to promote rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Munetaka Murakami News / Athlon Sports / July 6
White Sox Receive Munetaka Murakami Injury Update on Monday
The Chicago White Sox received encouraging news Monday as Munetaka Murakami officially began the next step in his recovery from a right hamstring injury.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 6
Tigers' Tarik Skubal brings dominant form into opener vs. Athletics
Tarik Skubal regained the dominant form that made him a two-time American League Cy Young Award winner during his last start. That's bad news for the Athletics, who must face the Detroit Tigers' ace on Tuesday.
Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 6
2026 MLB All-Star Rosters Recap: Full Roster Offensive Breakdown
The 2026 MLB All-Star rosters have been released. This is a recap of all the bats who got their name called. Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers gets the nod to backstop the American League.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 20: MLB All-Star snubs for every team
The MLB Power Rankings are back after a wild holiday weekend across the bigs. With the New York Yankees continuing their slide and the San Diego Padres falling below .500, there’s plenty to discuss.
Athletics News / Ball Exclusives / July 6
Marlins controversially pull starter from perfect game, bullpen immediately squanders it
Miami Marlins right-hander Eury Pérez was in the midst of the game of his life on Sunday against the Oakland Athletics. Pérez posted a perfect game through seven innings striking out eight through the initial 21 outs of the game.
Athletics News / EasySportz / July 6
Brady Peyton’s MLB Power Rankings: Entering the All-Star Break (30-21)
The Major League Baseball season is approaching its unofficial midpoint, and while one final week remains before players head to Philadelphia for the 2026 All-Star Game, the league has already begun to reveal its identity.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 6
How Athletics Can Turn Things Around vs. Tigers
The Athletics need a series win before the All-Star break, and the Tigers might be the final opportunity. The Athletics are 41-49 and sit 5.5 games behind the A.L.
Geoff Hartlieb News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
Athletics Outright Geoff Hartlieb
The Athletics have sent right-hander Geoff Hartlieb outright to Triple-A Las Vegas, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates that Harlieb cleared waivers after being designated for assignment on Friday.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
MLB Announces 2026 All-Star Rosters
Major League Baseball announced the full All-Star rosters on Saturday, setting the stage for the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia. The starting
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 5
The Athletics and the Cost of a Bad Extension
“Here comes the runner Donaldson! He’s safe, he’s safe! The ball game is over! The Blue Jays are moving on to the ALCS!” That was the call of Brian Anderson to cap Game 3 of the 2016 ALDS matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Texas Rangers as the reigning AL MVP, Josh Donaldson, slid into home to advance the Jays to the pennant.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Who replaced Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as American League’s All-Star Game starter?
Athletics star slugger Nick Kurtz will start at first base for the American League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game after Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 5
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Ohtani, Fried, Trout
There were some injury updates on two 2026 All-Stars on the Fourth of July. Shohei Ohtani’s condition has improved one day after he was pulled from the Dodgers’ lineup mid-game.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 4
Final 2026 All-Star Game Roster Predictions
With the complete All-Star rosters being revealed tonight at 7:30 pm, it’s time for me to submit my final predictions for who will be making the trip to Philadelphia.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 3
It’s Time for the Rays To Make a Trade Deadline Splash
Nobody gave the Tampa Bay Rays a chance to compete in the vaunted American League East division entering this season. Coming off of a 77-85 finish in 2025, the Rays opted to sell off some key pieces this past offseason while the rest of the division brought in exciting talent.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 1
Athletics get devastating news on Brent Rooker injury
The Athletics' playoff hopes took a major hit Wednesday after a player they expected to be a key contributor down the stretch was ruled out for the rest of the season.
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