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Fueled by fans, White Sox vie for sweep of Guardians

Fueled by successive one-run victories against the rival Cleveland Guardians, the Chicago White Sox have won nine straight home series. On Wednesday afternoon, Chicago will try for a sweep in an American League Central showdown that has seen the team grab a one-game division lead over Cleveland.

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2026 MLB Daily Recap: Brewers Win 4th Straight, Dodgers & Royals’ Romps

Milwaukee & the Dodgers continue to roll, as the two teams picked up yet another win on June 23 against their respective opponents. Plus, Jac Caglianone & the Royals had themselves a big night in St.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 24

MLB roundup: Phillies score 8 with 2 outs in ninth, stun Nationals

Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott homered in an eight-run ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied past the host Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday.

Robbie Ray News / Field Level Media / June 24

Strong outing from Robbie Ray helps Giants take down Athletics

Robbie Ray threw eight innings of two-hit ball, Jung Hoo Lee continued his hot hitting with a home run and the San Francisco Giants opened a three-game home series with a 3-1 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / June 24

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Soto, Cabrera, Schwarber

Not the best day on the injury front. Two notables went down in the Cubs/Mets game, and the same can be said for the contest between the A’s & Giants.

Zack Gelof News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Athletics’ Zack Gelof loses hitting streak after scary-looking hand injury vs Giants

Athletics second baseman Zach Gelof had a rough night in a series opener against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday. In the second inning of the game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California, Gelof suffered an injury after Giants third baseman Matt Chapman stepped on his hand.

Miguel Vargas News / Field Level Media / June 23

Miguel Vargas' solo shot edges White Sox past Guardians

Miguel Vargas hit a go-ahead solo home run in the sixth inning and Sean Burke pitched effectively into the seventh as the Chicago White Sox edged the visiting Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on Tuesday.

Athletics News / A to Z Sports / June 23

Former Sooners Heisman quarterback shared some powerful words after the baseball team won the National Championship

The Oklahoma Sooners are finally National Champions in college baseball, and it has to be an amazing feeling. Former Oklahoma Sooners Heisman quarterback Kyler Murray congratulated the Sooners baseball team after their National Championship victory on Monday night.

Zac Gallen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Padres’ perfect trade offer for Diamondbacks’ Zac Gallen

The San Diego Padres have been linked to big trade ideas. So would they be in the mix with other teams chasing Zac Gallen? Here is the Padres’ perfect trade offer for the Diamondbacks’ Gallen?

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 23

White Sox Have One Clear Trade Deadline Priority

The MLB trade deadline is just six weeks away, and to the surprise of many, the Chicago White Sox will likely be buyers this time around. After walking off the Cleveland Guardians in thrilling fashion on Monday night, the White Sox are now tied for first place in the American League Central.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Shane Baz News / Field Level Media / June 23

Orioles turn to Shane Baz in middle game vs. Angels

The Baltimore Orioles carry a season-high-tying winning streak into Tuesday night's game with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif. The Orioles' 6-1 victory in the opener of a three-game series marked the sixth time this season the Orioles have won three consecutive games.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 23

Athletics Could Deal Hottest Triple-A Bat This Summer

As the A's gear up for the trade deadline this summer, they are looking to add some pitching help. Some help on that side of the baseball could really help elevate the A's into a playoff team in a very weak American League.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 23

This Mets Ace Should Interest Athletics Before Deadline

The clear issue with the current Athletics team is their pitching staff. The team sits 29th out of 30 teams in ERA, and also holds the worst run differential in the American League.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 23

High-Profile Athletics Who Could Be Traded at Deadline

With the A's expected to be buyers at the deadline, there are going to be a few good players who could find themselves on the trade block. The Athletics currently stand at 38-40 and are in the midst of a four-team race for the A.L.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 22

Athletics return to San Francisco Bay Area to face Giants

The Athletics (38-40) return to the Bay Area for just the second time in regular-season action when they open a three-game interleague series in San Francisco against the Giants (31-46) on Tuesday night.

Zack Gelof News / Just Baseball / June 22

Zack Gelof Is Thriving in a Utility Role for the A’s

The Athletics have had a slew of young hitters drive their rebuild forward and help the team establish a new identity post-Oakland. Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Jacob Wilson, Tyler Soderstrom, and others have been responsible for the headlines and hope for the A’s moving forward.