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2026 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Catcher

There are a few different approaches to consider when drafting the catcher position in fantasy baseball this year. One could invest a great deal of draft capital into drafting Cal Raleigh, ranked 17th overall in our top 200, and not have to think about the position again.

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A's Odds of Reaching the Postseason in 2026

Inside the A's clubhouse is a group that is expecting to play postseason games in 2026. They finished with a 76-86 record last season, but following the emergence of Rookie of the Year winner Nick Kurtz and runner up Jacob Wilson, the A's offense looks like it should be among the best in baseball.

Danny Coulombe News / Just Baseball / February 3

Danny Coulombe Would Perfectly Finalize the Blue Jays’ Bullpen

The Toronto Blue Jays have had an eventful and successful offseason thus far, signing several strong free agents and adding to their AL Pennant-winning roster.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 3

Expect the A's to Make Some Moves in 2026

The Athletics are on the precipice of postseason contention, already boasting what is expected to be a top-10 offense in the game, led by Nick Kurtz, Jacob Wilson, Brent Rooker, Tyler Soderstrom and a slew of others.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '2025 MLB hits leaders' quiz

The 'Cleveland's 1997 World Series roster' quiz

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

Jacob Wilson News / ESPN / February 2

A's continue youth movement with Wilson signing

The Athletics have continued their trend of signing their young talent to long-term deals as All-Star SS Jacob Wilson officially inked his $70 million contract on Monday.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 2

A's Spring Training Report Date, and Everything Else You Need to Know

It's February, which means that Spring Training is right around the corner. The A's are entering 2026 with their sights set on making it to the postseason for the first time since 2020 after finishing with a 76-86 record a year ago.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 2

Players Who Could Move To The 60-Day IL Once Spring Training Begins

Most of the clubs in the league currently have a full 40-man roster, which means that just about every transaction requires a corresponding move. Some extra roster flexibility is on the way, however.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 2

A's Starter Luis Severino Added to Dominican Republic's WBC Roster

The A's officially have a representative headed to the World Baseball Classic, and it's none other than ace of the staff, Luis Severino. His inclusion on the roster was announced by the official WBC Twitter/X page.

Athletics News / The SportsRush / February 2

Michael Jackson’s New England Patriots and Robert Kraft Connection Comes to Light Amid Biopic Trailer Release

Robert Kraft is perhaps the best owner any NFL team could have asked for. The businessman and former New England Patriots season ticket holder bought a struggling franchise and turned it into one of the most successful in league history.

Frank Thomas News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 2

Frank Thomas hits back at White Sox after glaring Black History Month post snub

The Chicago White Sox earned praise this offseason for bold moves, from signing Japanese star Munetaka Murakami to trading All-Star Luis Robert Jr. Then the mood shifted.

Athletics News / SwimSwam / February 2

Oakland Spoils Cleveland State’s Senior Night With Dominant Sweep of Vikings

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 30, 2026 Robert F. Busbey Natatorium, Cleveland, OH SCY (25 yards) “CSU vs Oakland” on Meet Mobile Courtesy of Oakland Athletics CLEVELAND, Ohio – To cap off the 2025-26 regular season, the Golden Grizzlies defeated the Cleveland State Vikings on the road.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 2

Here's What the Los Angeles Dodgers Can Expect Out of Former A's Lefty

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been busy adding top-tier players to a roster that has already won two straight World Series titles this winter, with their biggest additions being outfielder Kyle Tucker on a four year, $240 million deal, and closer Edwin Díaz on a three-year pact for $69 million.

Athletics News / SwimSwam / February 2

Celebrating 79 Years of Don Megerle, a Coach Who Defined Tufts Athletics

By SwimSwam Contributors on SwimSwam Courtesy: Peter Solomon Friends, colleagues, former swimmers, and Tufts Marathon Team runners came together on January 30 to celebrate the 79th birthday of one of the finest and most influential individuals to ever grace a pool deck, Don Megerle.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 1

1 last-minute signing Athletics must make before spring training

The Athletics are coming off a 76-win season that featured an electric offense in 2025. Still calling a minor league park in Sacramento home, the A’s have to improve their pitching to make any run at the playoffs this season.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / February 1

Extensions For Everyone! (Except Kurtz)

OK, they haven’t yet landed The Big Kahuna” and it may well be that Nick Kurtz’ asking price for an extension is prohibitive — even if fair. But you can’t say the A’s aren’t making good on their wish to ‘hang onto their young players’ in this new era of homelessness and anticipation.

Jordan Hicks News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 1

White Sox To Acquire Jordan Hicks

The Red Sox are sending right-hander Jordan Hicks to the White Sox, according to a report from ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Right-handed pitching prospect David Sandlin is also headed to Chicago alongside Hicks, as noted by Passan.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Draft Brent Rooker or Roman Anthony in 2026? Power Reliability vs Elite Prospect Explosion

Two star outfielders, two very different ages, two very different profiles. You’re on the clock and can’t decide if you want to select the 31-year-old A’s bopper or the 21-year-old phenom out of Boston.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 1

2026 Transactions: White Sox Sign Hays, Extensions & Other Signings

We’ve now reached February, which means it won’t be long until the first spring games start. The last day of January saw movement, as former batting champion Luis Arraez agreed to join the Giants.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / January 31

How The Athletics Are Building A Very Exciting Young Core

The Athletics have been bad for a long time, but seem to be turning a corner with recent moves. Unlike many other small-market teams in the league, they’ve locked up much of their young talent, creating much-needed continuity on their roster.

Athletics News / EasySportz / February 1

2026 MLB Spring Training Power Rankings; Dodgers Dazzle

LOS ANGLES, Cali. – As spring training approaches, expectations across Major League Baseball are beginning to crystallize. World Series futures offer an early snapshot of how the league stacks up, blending recent performance, roster construction, and perceived upside heading into the 2026 season.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

A Look at What the Austin Hays Signing Means for the Chicago White Sox

On Saturday morning, the Chicago White Sox announced that they signed outfielder Austin Hays to a one-year deal worth $5 million with a mutual option for the 2027 season. The move continues what has been a busy off-season for the White Sox.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / January 31

Cal Raleigh vs. Top 2026 Catchers: Why He’s Still the Clear No. 1 Despite Regression Risks

He hit 60 home runs last season. … You’re still here? … It’s over … Go home … Go. Okay, fine. We’ll dive into the numbers and give you more context and reasons.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31

A’s sign 23-year-old star to 7-year extension

The Athletics have secured their young cornerstone, signing All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson to a 7-year, $70 million contract extension that includes a club option for an eighth season, reports ESPN.

Athletics News / EasySportz / January 30

The Athletics Commit to Their Core With Nearly $300 Million in Extensions

The Athletics have quietly made one of the most aggressive long-term commitments in baseball over the past year. Since last offseason, the Athletics have handed out four extensions worth a combined $281.5 million, locking in key pieces of their roster well into the future.