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Gunnar Henderson homers twice as Orioles sweep Athletics

Gunnar Henderson went 4-for-4 with a pair of home runs and five RBIs to lead the Baltimore Orioles to an 8-5 win over the Athletics Sunday in West Sacramento, Calif.

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Orioles’ Craig Albernaz Announces Pete Alonso News After Exiting Athletics Game

Pete Alonso has been one of the biggest reasons the Baltimore Orioles remain within striking distance of the American League wild card, and he continued his productive stretch during the team’s weekend series against the Athletics.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30

Athletics Considering James Click For GM Vacancy

There hasn’t been much buzz about the Athletics’ GM search since the team parted ways with David Forst earlier this month, but a former rival executive from the AL West appears to be on the radar. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes that James Click “has emerged as a serious candidate” to become the Athletics’ new front office boss.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 30

Your 2026 Hacktastic A’s

Once upon a time, a team ahead of the curve in analytics noticed how undervalued a skill it was “not to make outs”. They made a movie based on the 2002 Athletics and 24 years later the same organization has produced hitters who would be great a cyber crime because they are elite hackers.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to hit three home runs in one game fore each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Athletics News / TWSN / August 30

3-12 Pitcher Listed as Starter in Baltimore Orioles vs Athletics August 30th Matchup

The Baltimore Orioles look to claw back above .500, and they have a fairly easy matchup ahead of them to try and accomplish that goal. That would be taking on the Athletics.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 30

What We Learned During Athletics Ugly Two-Game Skid

The Athletics would lose the series opener in the worst way possible. After back-to-back wins to steal the Twins series , the Athletics stumbled and fell in the series opener against Baltimore, along with the series decider on Saturday.

Chris Bassitt News / Field Level Media / August 30

Chris Bassitt, Orioles seek three-game sweep of Athletics

Chris Bassitt hopes to continue his post-surgery progression and help the Baltimore Orioles complete a three-game sweep of the Athletics when he takes the mound on Sunday afternoon in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 30

How Athletics Can Avoid Sweep Against Orioles

The Athletics need to figure out how to end this series on a high note. In the last few series, the Athletics have looked pretty solid. They won 2-1 in both the Twins and Astros series and overall looked like a completely different team.

Jacob Lopez News / Athletics on SI / August 30

How Athletics' Jacob Lopez Completely Flipping Script on Season

The A's have had a clear lack of star pitching on their roster for over a year now. Because they have a fantastic offense, it would be nice to see some pitchers step up and give them some good starts.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 30

MLB roundup: Pete Crow-Armstrong (3 HRs), Cubs overpower Reds

Pete Crow-Armstrong recorded his first three-homer game and drove in six runs to power the host Chicago Cubs to a 17-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.

Leody Taveras News / Field Level Media / August 30

Leody Taveras’ 3 RBIs lift surging O's past Athletics

Leody Taveras doubled twice and drove in three runs for the Baltimore Orioles in a 5-3 win against the Athletics on Saturday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 30

A’s Lose 5-3 in Frustrating Performance

The Athletics faced the Baltimore Orioles hoping to bounce back from last night’s extra-inning defeat. The Orioles prevailed for a second straight day, winning 5-3 in a close, dramatic Saturday night contest.

Jacob Wilson News / Field Level Media / August 29

A's SS Jacob Wilson scheduled for left shoulder surgery

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is set to undergo left shoulder surgery, MLB.com reported Saturday, with a timetable for a return not yet established.