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MLB GM Meetings Notebook: Blue Jays, Royals, Rangers, Rockies

LAS VEGAS — With Major League Baseball executives gathering in Sin City this week, a common theme has come out of the General Manager meetings: MLB teams won’t let any kind of potential work stoppage after next season keep them from business as usual this offseason.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 12

A's Add Veteran Reliever After Seattle Mariners Provide Him the Tools to Succeed

The Athletics have made their first signing of the offseason, and it comes in an area of need for the club. On Wednesday, Jon Morosi reported that the A's had come to terms on a minor-league deal with veteran right-hander Nick Anderson.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12

Athletics agree to sign ex-Rays pitcher to bolster depth

The Athletics have reached an agreement with veteran reliever Nick Anderson on a minor league contract that includes an invitation to Major League spring training, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reports.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker / November 12

Athletics GM gives update on Las Vegas stadium

As MLB world descends on Las Vegas, Athletics GM gives stadium update

The Athletics are scheduled to play in Sacramento for two more seasons before moving to Las Vegas and establishing their permanent home.

Promising young Athletics core recognized in AL ROY vote

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 12

This Bat Could Do Some Big Damage with the A's

Coming off a mid-season trade, and then a playoff run with the Seattle Mariners, veteran slugger Eugenio Suárez is now entering free agency as one of the top power bats on the market.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / November 12

2025 Athletics Season In Review: Jason Alexander

The Athletics Nation Season In Review series continues this morning with a pitcher that made just four relief appearances for the A’s. Though maybe they should have kept him around longer after he switched teams midseason.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12

Yankees bring down firing hammer on 23-year employee after bombshell failures

The New York Yankees’ 2025 MLB season came to an end last month with a brutal loss to the eventual AL champion Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS. The loss extended the Yankees’ streak of not winning the World Series to 16 years, and also raised questions about what the future might hold in terms of both the roster and the front office.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 12

Despite Low Marks in the Early Power Rankings, A's Core Offers Real Upside

The Athletics went into last winter with the hope of turning a 69-win club into a postseason contender. Some that we spoke to at the end of 2024 said that playing meaningful games late in September was the goal.

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Who threw the most recent no-hitter for every MLB team?

Look, the no-hitter is no perfect game. A pitcher can get a bit sloppy and still throw a no-hitter. Loud outs, walks, and the like. Five pitchers have thrown no-hitters and allowed multiple runs.

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The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many of the players to be named American League Rookie of the Year since the award was given to a player in both the American and National League can you name in 10 minutes?

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Most multi-hit MLB games in 2025' quiz

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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.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 11

Let the Luis Severino Trade Rumors Begin

Last week, we talked about what the Athletics could end up doing with star starting pitcher Luis Severino. He's the biggest non-homegrown name on the roster, and holds the record for the largest contract ever handed out by John Fisher and the A's at three years and $67 million.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 10

Athletics' Nick Kurtz, Braves' Drake Baldwin win Rookie of the Year awards

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz and Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin were named the MLB Rookies of the Year Monday night. Kurtz, 22, was unanimously voted the American League Rookie of the Year, receiving all 30 first-place votes after a breakout rookie season.

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The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Most rushing TDs for each NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 150-rushing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker / November 10

Promising young Athletics core recognized in AL ROY vote

After a couple of years at rock bottom, the Athletics are finally trending up.

Braves catcher Drake Baldwin's rookie season was historic in several ways

Five most interesting leaders to watch at MLB GM Meetings

Potential landing spots for Kyle Tucker

Mets offseason blueprint

Kyle Hendricks retires after 12 seasons

MLB free agency adds intrigue as another NPB star to be posted

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / November 10

Red Sox' Roman Anthony Suffers $3 Million Loss After News on Monday

The Boston Red Sox were eliminated by the New York Yankees in the AL Wild Card round. Despite the early postseason exit, Boston is trending in the right direction as an organization.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10

Rival executive has brutal quote about Kyler Murray

Kyler Murray’s days with the Arizona Cardinals are likely numbered, but it is not clear where his next landing spot may be. The former No. 1 overall pick has effectively been benched by Arizona, with backup Jacoby Brissett outperforming him while Murray has been sidelined by injury.

Athletics News / FCS Football on SI / November 10

Samford Fires Head Coach Chris Hatcher After 11 Seasons

The FCS football coaching carousel continued on Sunday night. After 11 seasons, Chris Hatcher is out as the head coach at Samford. The program announced the change in leadership on Sunday, less than 24 hours after Samford's 38-14 loss to ETSU.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / November 8

Ranking the Top 10 Rookies of the 2025 MLB Season

Over the past few seasons, Major League Baseball has been tremendously blessed by the influx of talented young players making their way into the sport.

Tarik Skubal News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Should the Mets Really Trade For Tarik Skubal?

When was the last time the Mets truly had an “ace” pitcher? It’s been three years, ever since Jacob deGrom left for Texas in free agency. deGrom was a legendary Met, one of the very best pitchers on the planet, giving the Mets hope even when the roster around him offered little insurance or support.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 7