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MLB roundup: Cubs erupt in 6-run first, crush Framber Valdez, Tigers

The host Chicago Cubs sent 12 batters to the plate in a six-run first inning as they rolled to a comfortable 11-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.

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A's grab lead in 10th after late rally, but D-backs walk off

Ildemaro Vargas slapped a bases-loaded single to left with one out in the bottom of the 10th inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks recorded a 6-5 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night at Phoenix.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / July 22

A’sa fall in extra innings 6-5 to Arizona

Game two of the three-game series between the Athletics and the Arizona Diamondbacks took place tonight at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. Pitching for the Athletics was 26-year-old righty Jack Perkins against 26-year-old righthanded rookie Kohl Drake who made his major league debut tonight.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 21

Cubs tee off on Framber Valdez, sail to win over Tigers

The host Chicago Cubs sent 12 batters to the plate in a six-run first inning as they rolled to a comfortable 11-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.

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The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

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Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 21

2026 Transactions: Royals Sign Bummer, Nationals DFA Lawrence

It’s been a tough year for the Royals’ bullpen, thanks to the loss of their injured closer and other problems. Kansas City added some depth on July 21, as Aaron Bummer was signed to a Minor League deal.

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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 / Field Level Media / July 21

Athletics' Joshua Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) undergoes emergency surgery

Athletics rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle on Monday night after an injury during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team announced Tuesday afternoon.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Athletics Place Mark Leiter Jr., Joshua Kuroda-Grauer On IL

The Athletics announced that right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to July 19, due to a right hip impingement.

Josh Kuroda-Grauer News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Athletics infielder lands on IL with testicle injury

Athletics rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer left Monday’s game early against the Arizona Diamondbacks after fouling a ball off his groin area. On Tuesday, the Athletics placed Kuroda-Grauer on the IL with a ruptured testicle.

Athletics could surprisingly trade away 1 All-Star

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Athletics’ Joshua Kuroda-Grauer suffers ruptured testicle on brutal foul tip

Athletics’ infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer was forced to exit Monday’s 5-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks early after a foul tip hit him directly in the nether regions.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Red Sox Expected to be Aggressive at Trade Deadline

In a matter of weeks, the Boston Red Sox have turned a lost season into one of the most intriguing in recent memory. With an unbelievable month where they have won 19 out of their last 21 games and rattled off 14 consecutive wins, the club has risen from one of the worst records in baseball (32-46 on June 24) into a playoff spot at 51-48.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

The 3 All-Star catchers on the trade block

The MLB trade deadline is set for August 3, and rumors are running rampant around the league. With the deadline right around the corner, it appears that there are three All-Star-caliber catchers on the trade block.

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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.

Hunter Goodman News / Fastball on SI / July 21

4 Landing Spots for Hunter Goodman, Other Catchers at Trade Deadline

The 2026 trade deadline is quickly approaching at the beginning of August, and one of the biggest names being thrown around as a possible candidate to be on the move is Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman.

Mason Miller News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Mason Miller's Trade Status Takes Notable Turn

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is now less than two weeks away, and as always, the San Diego Padres will be one of the most fascinating teams to watch.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Joshua Kuroda-Grauer Leaves Game vs. Diamondbacks with Injury

Joshua Kuroda-Grauer's first career home run was overshadowed by an injury that forced him to exit the Athletics' 5-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks early on Monday.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Why Yankees’ pipe-dream trade target doesn’t look gettable

The New York Yankees are in an intense chase for the American League East crown this season. Not only is the club trailing the Tampa Bay Rays in the standings, but the Boston Red Sox are charging quickly behind them.

Athletics News / Trade Talk Sports / July 21

9 All-Stars Crack Insider’s Top 25 MLB Trade Deadline Candidates

The MLB trade deadline is less than two weeks away now, so the countdown is officially on to one of the most exciting times of the year in baseball. Very few teams have separated themselves from the pack this season, which has led to a relatively quiet summer on the trade front thus far.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 21

Fresh off milestone, D-backs' Nolan Arenado takes aim at A's

Nolan Arenado added another milestone to his resume when he ripped the 2,000th hit of his 14-year career on Monday night. Arenado will look to tack on to the hit total on Tuesday night when the Arizona Diamondbacks face the Athletics in the middle contest of a three-game series in Phoenix.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 21

Why Athletics and Reds Could Swing a Perfect Trade

As the trade deadline for Major League Baseball is just weeks away, teams will be looking to swing some deals to improve their squads to make a push for the playoffs.

Aaron Civale News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 21

What Athletics Got Back in Aaron Civale Trade to Cubs

The A's have made a trade to ship off one of their impending free agents and have gotten a minor league arm in return. The team's pitching staff has been really struggling recently, so they made some moves during the All-Star break to change things up, and in the process, they moved on from one of their arms in the Opening Day rotation.

Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 21