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MLB All-Star Game Format Burns A's Brent Rooker Twice

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game was an action-packed affair, ending in exciting fashion with the first-ever Swing Off to determine the winner after the game ended in a 6-6 tie.

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A’s select veteran outfielder Carlos Cortes

The A’s have selected the contract of outfielder Carlos Cortes from Triple-A Las Vegas and immediately optioned him back to Vegas, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

Athletics News / Inside The Diamonds / July 16

Athletics 2025 Draft Recap

The MLB Draft was this past Sunday and Monday, and it was both full of surprises and equally unsurprising, all at once. The same held for the Athletics,

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 16

A's May Add Rookie to Rotation Coming Out of the Break

The Athletics entered the break going 6-5 in the month of July, and they're going to be looking to keep that momentum going on the other side of the break.

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Brent Rooker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Brent Rooker avenges Home Run Derby robbery during All-Star Game tiebreaker

During the Home Run Derby, Athletics DH Brent Rooker was eliminated, much to the chagrin of the fans who looked on. Not only that, but he missed the mark by 0.08 feet.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 16

Despite Complaints, A's Appear Poised to Stay in Sacramento on Interim Basis

A's right-hander Luis Severino hasn't been the only one to bring up some issues with playing at Sacramento's Sutter Health Park. Zack Wheeler had his say after pitching there, and both Joe Ryan and Carlos Correa has issues of their own.

Justin Turner News / FirstSportz / July 16

Justin Turner Drops Hilarious 7-Word Reaction as National League Win 2025 All-Star Game on Historic Swing-Off

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game is in the books. The Midsummer Classic produced a historic finish this year as, for the first time in history, a swing-off was required to decide the winner.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber makes MLB All-Star Game history without a single hit

Baseball fans packed Atlanta’s Truist Park expecting fireworks at this year’s MLB All-Star Game. They got more than they bargained for when Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber etched his name into the record books in the most unconventional way.

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Yankees’ Aaron Boone breaks silence on All-Star game Home Run Derby finish

The New York Yankees made headlines during the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, though not for reasons their fans had hoped. After the exhibition ended in a 6-6 tie at Truist Park, a Home Run Derby-style swing-off was used for the first time to decide the winner.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Why Aaron Judge didn’t participate in All-Star Home Run Derby

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone once again finds himself under the microscope, but this time it is coming because of a decision he made during the MLB All-Star Game.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Why Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani didn’t participate in All-Star Home Run Derby

The Los Angeles Dodgers had one of the biggest names on the 2025 MLB All-Star roster, but when the exhibition game ended in a 6-6 tie and went to a Home Run Derby-style swing-off, Shohei Ohtani was nowhere to be found.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16

Many players left the MLB All-Star Game before it ended

The MLB All-Star Game ended in thrilling fashion at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga., on Tuesday night, and many of the players involved in the game weren’t even around to see the finish.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 16

Kyle Schwarber powers NL to first 'swing-off' win at All-Star Game

ATLANTA -- The National League beat the American League 4-3 in the All-Star Game's first-ever "swing-off" on Tuesday night. The game was tied 6-6 after

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Pete Alonso ends Mets’ 19-year drought in MLB All-Star Game

New York Mets star Pete Alonso has the power to blow open any game with one swing, and he did just that in the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night in Atlanta.

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Athletics’ Jacob Wilson shares special moment with father Jack during All-Star Game

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson shared a deeply personal moment on Monday night when he and his father, Jack Wilson, were both mic’d up during the third inning of the MLB All‑Star Game.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Mariners’ Cal Raleigh’s honest message before first All-Star Game

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh stepped onto the field at Truist Park on Tuesday night living out a dream years in the making. Just moments before the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, the breakout slugger paused to reflect on his journey in a quick sideline interview that left a lasting impression on fans and viewers across the league.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 15

At 45 and Pitching in Triple-A, Rich Hill Shares Baseball History With Nolan Ryan

The All-Star break is a perfect time for teams to retool and look ahead to the rest of the season – and beyond. The Kansas City Royals won’t be including 45-year-old Rich Hill in their long-term plans, but does he have a place on the roster at some point this season?

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Cal Raleigh Was an Inch Away From Losing the Home Run Derby, Brent Rooker Reacts

With one out left Seattle Mariners star, and MLB Home run leader Cal Raleigh, was one out away from being eliminated from the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby. The top four advance in the first round, and Athletics Brent Rooker held the final spot at 17.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 15

Athletics reversing course on this former All-Star in trade talks

Athletics closer Mason Miller had been viewed as untouchable in trade discussions. That may no longer be the case.

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Luis Severino News / Just Baseball / July 15

Trading Luis Severino Is Not Going To Be an Easy Task

Despite having no permanent home, the Athletics entered the 2025 season with plenty of reason for optimism. They had a scrappy, up-and-coming roster featuring

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 14

Oneil Cruz, Junior Caminero start off strong at Home Run Derby

ATLANTA -- Oneil Cruz, Junior Caminero, Byron Buxton and Cal Raleigh advanced to the semifinals of the Home Run Derby on Monday night. Cruz and Caminero hit 21 home runs in the opening round, with Cruz receiving the top seed based on the longest home run tiebreaker.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / July 14

Paul Skenes, NL try to end AL's run of dominance in All-Star Game

ATLANTA -- Just to participate in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game would be a career -- and maybe even lifetime -- achievement for many professional baseball players.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 14

Brewers Cut Ties With 29-Year-Old Amid Flurry Of Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Brewers announced three different moves on Sunday. Milwaukee optioned right-handed pitcher Easton McGree to Triple-A, returning outfielder Blake Perkins and optioned him to Triple-A, and designated outfielder Drew Avans for assignment to make room on the roster, per the team.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 14

Who Will Win The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby?

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby will be held on Monday, July 14th at 8 PM EST. 2024 Home Run Derby champ Teoscar Hernandez will not be defending his title, but the 2025 Home Run Derby field is as stacked as ever.

Drew Avans News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Brewers make decision on Drew Avans as part of recent roster moves

The Brewers announced a trio of roster moves, including the news that outfielder Drew Avans has been designated for assignment. The DFA opens up a 40-man roster spot for Blake Perkins, who was returned from his minor league rehab assignment and optioned to Triple-A Nashville, after spending the entire season on the injured list.