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White Sox Set Embarrassing Playoff Record, Guardians Repeatedly Troll Rivals & More as Cleveland Eliminate Chicago in Division Series

After last week’s Thursday Night Football game, sports podcaster Ariel Epstein had plenty to say about the ALDS matchup between the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Guardians.

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Predicting Athletics' Pitching MVP for 2027 Season

A ton of uncertainty surrounds the A's organization's future. The club has one more season left in West Sacramento before they head to Las Vegas. There's even uncertainty about how the pitching staff could potentially look heading into next season.

Mark Kotsay News / Athletics on SI / October 11

Why Athletics May Need To Part Ways With Mark Kotsay

With a GM search still ongoing, it might be time to evaluate if Mark Kotsay has a job next season. With a new general manager, there could also be a new manager.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 11

Two Potential Veteran Second-Base Options for 2027 Athletics

Among the biggest issues for the A's roster heading into the offseason is the pitching staff. The team couldn't get consistent pitching from its starters or relievers.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Steven Kwan News / Fastball on SI / October 10

Guardians' Steven Kwan Could Shake Up Winter Outfield Market

On Saturday night, the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Guardians will face off in Game 5 of the American League Division Series with the winner set to advance to the American League Championship Series to face off against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Sam Fuld News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Phillies’ Sam Fuld Makes His Decision Clear After A’s Come Calling

The A’s search for leadership continues after another high-profile rejection. The Athletics reached out to the Philadelphia Phillies’ president of business operations, Sam Fuld, with an exciting offer: the president of baseball operations.

Sam Fuld News / Field Level Media / October 10

Report: Sam Fuld declines offer to head Athletics' front office

The Athletics will continue their search for a president of baseball operations after Sam Fuld declined an offer for the position, ESPN reported Saturday.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 10

Red Sox could lose assistant GM to Athletics

The Boston Red Sox could lose assistant general manager Taylor Smith to the Athletics as their search for a new baseball operations leader continues. Smith oversees research and development under chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, making his potential departure significant for the Red Sox’s analytics operation.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Reviewing The Athletics’ Young Hitters

The Athletics were hampered by several major injuries to an up-and-coming lineup this season. Nick Kurtz, Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers, and Tyler Soderstrom all missed significant time.

Anthony Volpe News / Baseball Now / October 9

Yankees Need To Make This Move With Anthony Volpe

With Jazz Chisholm Jr. hitting free agency, the Yankees will have a spot for Anthony Volpe in their infield, assuming the Yankees let Chisholm walk. Volpe looked like a different hitter after coming back from his demotion.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 9

New Potential Candidate Emerges in Athletics' GM Search

The A's organization will undergo significant change over the next few months after a very underwhelming 2026 season. Injuries killed the team's playoff hopes this year, but a healthy A's team with some additions could be a recipe for success next season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 9

Two Big-Time Athletics Who Could Be Traded This Winter

Since the A's could hire a new General Manager in the next few days, it's worth considering some big moves they could make this winter. We have seen the

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

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Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 9

Los Angeles Dodgers Add 28-Year-Old Pitcher Before NLCS

The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-hander Kyle Hurt from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, according to the MiLB transaction log. The entry, dated October 8, lists a straightforward promotion: the Dodgers recalled Hurt from the Oklahoma City Comets.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8

Athletics share new update on Las Vegas stadium’s progress

The athletics/athletics-news-1-5-billion-las-vegas-stadium-proposal-shocking-update">Oakland Athletics’ new Las Vegas ballpark is currently being developed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) in partnership with HNTB and occupies nine acres between Tropicana Avenue and Reno Avenue.

Athletics News / Anubis Sports / October 8

Is Jesse Legree The Best Freshman Wide Receiver Ever?

Oregon State freshman wide receiver Jesse Legree was not a five-star recruit (or a four-star recruit, for that matter). Legree was a three-star prospect, rated by ESPN as the 89th-best receiver in his recruiting class.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 8

Two Athletics Prospects Who Could Break Out in 2027

Over the last few seasons, the A's have seen many rookies make huge impacts on the big-league team. While at a massive disadvantage without major-league experience, these players sometimes become key contributors.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 8

Determining Who Will Play Second Base for Athletics in 2027

The Athletics already have a very solid lineup; however, they still need to solidify one position. With Jeff McNeil unlikely to return next year because of a high club-option price, the Athletics must decide who will be their starting second baseman for the 2027 season.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 8

Previewing The Lefty Relief Class

With the regular season in the books, MLBTR is taking a position-by-position look at the 2026-27 free agent market. All that remains: a look at the bullpen market.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Matt Kleine, Rob Cerfolio Candidates In Athletics’ GM Search

The Athletics are looking for a new front office leader. According to reporting from Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine is on the list of candidates, though it’s not specified if he has interviewed for the gig.

Jonah Bride News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Texas Rangers Lose 5-Year MLB Veteran to Free Agency

Jonah Bride has elected free agency, ending a winding season with the Texas Rangers that never quite produced a sustained role in the majors. The 30-year-old corner infielder, a five-year major league veteran, refused a minor-league assignment and became a free agent on Oct.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 7

Athletics Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 7