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The A's Lineup the Last Time They Led the AL West

With a win over the Texas Rangers, the A's have vaulted into sole possession of first place in the AL West. No, this isn't the final day of the 2012 season, but a mid-April game in 2026.

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MLB roundup: Padres score 5 in 9th to edge Mariners, extend win streak to 7

Jackson Merrill's two-run double capped a five-run rally in the bottom of the ninth Wednesday night as the San Diego Padres stretched their winning streak to seven games with a wild 7-6 win over the visiting Seattle Mariners.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 16

Shea Langeliers, Jacob Wilson homer as A's hold on to defeat Rangers

Shea Langeliers smashed a tiebreaking two-run homer in the sixth inning and Jacob Wilson hit a two-run shot one inning later to help the Athletics post a 6-5 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 16

A’s out-hit Rangers in 6-5 victory

On Jackie Robinson Day, it would be the A’s who’d strike first. Tyler Soderstrom’s opposite field double brought home Carlos Cortes. This would be the first time in 2026 that the A’s filled the box score in the first inning.

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The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Athletics’ Jacob Wilson drops MacKenzie Gore admission after competitive win over Rangers

The Athletics got a gritty win against the Texas Rangers in the second game of their series, and it was Jacob Wilson who came up big for his team. Wilson hit a two-run single and made a key defensive play at shortstop to get the 2-1 win over the Rangers, and he was able to get that hit off pitcher MacKenzie Gore.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Denzel Clarke News / Field Level Media / April 15

A's Denzel Clarke making it 'look easy' ahead of rematch vs. Rangers

Denzel Clarke's bat often is quiet, but his glove continues to be a loud winning ingredient. The Athletics' center fielder excels at robbing homers, with the latest time coming on Tuesday.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 15

Recently Released Braves Lefty Could Be Sneaky Fit For A's

The A's bullpen has been on a roll of late, holding one of the best groups in the game since they made a couple of adjustments last week in New York. Since the addition of veteran Joel Kuhnel, the A's have held a 1.88 ERA across 24 innings of work, and the team has gone 6-1.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 15

Blue Jays Leadership More Than Earned New Contracts

The Toronto Blue Jays have one of the most intimidating rosters in all of baseball thanks to the efforts of general manager Ross Atkins and president and CEO Mark Shapiro.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 15

MLB roundup: Three-run 10th completes Jays' comeback win over Brewers

Myles Straw's two-run double capped a three-run 10th inning as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays rallied for a 9-7 victory over Milwaukee on Tuesday night, the Brewers' sixth consecutive defeat.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 15

Jeffrey Springs fires 6 1/3 innings as A's shut down Rangers

Jacob Wilson delivered a two-run single, Jeffrey Springs tossed 6 1/3 strong innings and Denzel Clarke robbed a homer as the Athletics recorded a 2-1 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 15

A’s Beat Rangers 2-1, Tied For First in AL West

The A’s took the second game of their four-game series against the Texas Rangers tonight, winning a close 2-1 matchup over our division rivals that puts us back into a tie with one another for the division lead.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Dominic Smith News / Field Level Media / April 14

Dominic Smith's 3-run double rallies Braves past Marlins

Dominic Smith launched a three-run opposite-field double with two outs in the eighth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the visiting Miami Marlins on Tuesday.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 14

Recapping Week 2 of the 2026 MiLB Season

The youth movement is alive and well for many of the powers in both the American and National League. The Brewers’ top prospect had a fantastic Week 2 in Double-A Biloxi, while Dodgers prospects Josue De Paula & Zyhir Hope did well over the last week in Double-A, themselves.

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Nathan Eovaldi News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi gets brutally honest on big performance vs. Athletics

The Texas Rangers defeated the Athletics by a final score of 8-1 on Monday night. Nathan Eovaldi started the game and led Texas to the win. He turned in seven shutout innings while striking out seven hitters and allowing only three hits.

Max Muncy News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 14

A's Provide Update on Max Muncy After Scary Hit-By-Pitch

This is the third year in a row that Max Muncy has been hit by a pitch on the hand, and the past two years they have come in the big leagues against the Texas Rangers.

Jake Burger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 13

Rangers first baseman Jake Burger doubles down with multi-home run game vs. Athletics

The Texas Rangers are riding a strong offensive performance as Jake Burger powered the lineup in a matchup vs. the Athletics. His early surge set the tone and provided a significant boost for a team looking to gain momentum.

Aaron Civale News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 13

Jeffrey Springs or Aaron Civale: What the Data Says About Their Hot Starts

The A's are coming off of a 5-1 week in which they led all of MLB in ERA, posting a 2.21 in six games against the Yankees and Mets. The week also consisted of three shutouts, including in three of the past four games.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Mariners' Dan Wilson Shares Bryce Miller Injury Update Before Astros Game

Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson said pitcher Bryce Miller performed well in his recent bullpen activity and expects to see the right-handed pitcher back in the lineup very soon.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / April 12

Former Houston Astros Star, MLB Manager Has Passed Away

Phil Garner, affectionately nicknamed “Scrap Iron” during his playing days, passed away at the age of 76 following a courageous two-year struggle with pancreatic cancer.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / April 12

MLB Legend Phil Garner Dies At 76

The baseball world lost a giant on April 11, 2026, when Phil Garner passed away at the age of 76 after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Athletics News / Ball Exclusives / April 12

Three-time MLB All-Star Phil Garner dies at age 76

Three-time MLB All-Star and longtime manager Phil Garner has died at the age of 76, his family confirmed in a statement on Sunday. “Garner passed away peacefully last night, April 11, surrounded by family and love after a two-plus-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11

Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt

Athletics center fielder Denzel Clarke has shown himself capable of stealing home runs during his MLB career. On Saturday, his attempt to do so against the New York Mets went very wrong.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Mets Announce Juan Soto Return Timeline Amid Athletics Series

The New York Mets continue to search for offensive consistency in the early stages of the 2026 season. Entering Saturday's middle-game of the ongoing series against the Athletics, New York sits at 7-7 and has scored a meager three runs combined across their last three games.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 10

2026-27 Player Option/Opt-Out Preview: April Edition

At the end of each season, certain players will have to decide whether to stick with their current contracts or become free agents. These contract provisions are sometimes referred to as opt-outs and sometimes as player options.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 10

Athletics Place Brent Rooker On Injured List

The Athletics announced today that outfielder/designated hitter Brent Rooker has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to an oblique strain. Infielder/outfielder Zack Gelof has been recalled as the corresponding move.