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On YouTubeLuis Morales News / Athletics Nation / December 6
2025 Athletics Season in Review: Luis Morales 
The next player to be featured in our 2025 Athletics Season in Review is 23-year-old righty Luis Morales. Morales made his big-league debut this year with the A’s and looks like a future standout for the team.
Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 6
The A's Luis Severino Conundrum
Since signing with the A's and being handed the largest contract in franchise history, Luis Severino has been a hot topic for the club. He was vocal about his issues with the minor-league ballpark in Sacramento at times last season, and some reported that the A's brass were not happy about that.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 6
MLB’s New Age of Catchers Is Worth Being Excited About
2025 was a special season for catchers across Major League Baseball. It’s not just Cal Raleigh’s historic 60 home run season or Will Smith’s epic 11th inning home run to win Game 7 of the World Series for the Dodgers — the league is seeing a renaissance of young backstops like never seen in the 21st century.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Luis Severino News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
A’s not inclined to move Luis Severino solely for salary relief
The Athletics made Luis Severino the highest-paid player in franchise history last winter. The first season of his three-year, $67M free agent contract was mixed at best.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 6
2025 Transactions: Bido, Criswell, Luciano, & Romo Claimed Off Waivers
With the Winter Meetings & 2025 Rule 5 Draft on the horizon, MLB teams are re-shuffling their 40-man rosters. On December 5, several teams placed successful waiver claims.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 5
Braves bolster roster with 2 new additions
How many times have fans or media members used the words “if only they stayed healthy” to describe the Atlanta Braves over the last couple of years? It is time to stop banking on good fortune.
Osvaldo Bido News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 5
Atlanta Braves Claim Intriguing A's Right-Hander
The A's 40-man roster now sits at 39 players after they lost Osvaldo Bido on waivers to the Atlanta Braves. The right-hander had some opportunities in 2025, and even looked like a potential breakout candidate heading into the season, but ultimately finished the year with a 5.87 ERA (6.07 FIP).
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
What do waiver claims Osvaldo Bido, Anthony Molina bring to the Braves?
The Atlanta Braves announced that they have claimed right-hander Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Athletics and fellow righty Anthony Molina off waivers from the Rockies.
Shea Langeliers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 5
Signs A's Ownership May Have a Shea Langeliers Extension in the Works
Earlier this week, A's owner John Fisher made an appearance on A's Cast to celebrate the unveiling of the team's Baseball Experience in Las Vegas. He talked with Chris Townsend about the construction of the ballpark, and his excitement level for the 2026 season after watching watching his team come together in the second half.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 5
A Salary Cap Won’t Fix Baseball
“If you want to speak about that, you can get the f— out of our clubhouse.” The words reverberated throughout a tense July meeting between MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and the Philadelphia Phillies.
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.
Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / December 4
Yankees Insider Provides Jazz Chisholm Contract News Before Winter Meetings
Longtime New York Yankees insider Bryan Hoch says the team appears “lukewarm” about extending All-Star second baseman Jazz Chisholm ahead of the 2026 season.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 4
Ex-player says Jose Altuve was among 3 Astros who ‘did not use’ sign-stealing system
The Houston Astros have moved on since 2020, but there are still people bringing up the sign-stealing scandal that happened during the 2017 season. Josh Reddick, one of the players on that team, recently came out and gave three names on who did not use the system.
Ron Washington News / Field Level Media / December 4
Report: Ron Washington joining Giants' coaching staff
Veteran manager Ron Washington is finalizing a deal to join the San Francisco Giants as their infield coach, USA Today reported Thursday. Washington, 73, was the skipper for the Los Angeles Angels last season before stepping away on June 20 because of health issues.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / December 4
Mets Linked to Potential Pitching Trade Following Devin Williams Signing
Only days after signing veteran closer Devin Williams, the New York Mets might not be done adding All-Stars to their pitching staff. MLB insider Jon Heyman reported Thursday, Dec.
Jacob Wilson News / Athletics Nation / December 4
2025 Athletics Season in Review: Jacob Wilson
The next player up in our “Season in Review” series is rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson. The runner-up Rookie of the Year made a name for himself quickly in 2025.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 4
A's Owner John Fisher Talks About Las Vegas Progress, Talent on Field in 2026
With the opening of the A's Baseball Experience in Las Vegas, team owner John Fisher was on hand to speak with the local media, and also did an interview with Chris Townsend of A's Cast on yesterday's show.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 4
Colorado Rockies 2025-26 Offseason Wish List
Only a few weeks into the Paul DePodesta era of the Colorado Rockies, and a lot has already changed. A lot more will need to change this winter as well if the franchise is going to avoid its fourth 100-loss season in a row.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 4
3D look of team’s Athletics’ Las Vegas stadium will catch fans’ attention
Things are moving quickly toward the athletics/athletics-news-john-fisher-provides-big-update-on-las-vegas-stadium-timeline">Athletics’ plan to relocate to Las Vegas by 2028, and anticipation is even higher now after a presentation.
Anthony Kay News / Field Level Media / December 3
Reports: LHP Anthony Kay returning to MLB with White Sox
Left-hander Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox have reached agreement on a two-year, $12 million contract, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 3
Athletics’ John Fisher provides big update on Las Vegas stadium timeline
The athletics/athletics-news-athletics-rep-sacramento-uniforms-2026">Athletics spent the 2025 season playing their home games at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 3
Seattle Mariners 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist
What a year it was for Seattle Mariners fans. An AL West title, a 60 home run season, and a seven-game AL Championship series that just came up short. A season that will be remembered fondly has now bled into an offseason that started out with a bang.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2
Former Yankees star makes controversial comments after getting traded to Red Sox
Former New York Yankees pitcher Sonny Gray appears to be changing the narrative on his time in the Bronx. The Boston Red Sox landed Gray last week in a trade with the St.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 1
Five Potential First-Time MLB All-Stars in 2026
Every MLB season brings surprises — breakout stars, late bloomers, and young players who finally put all the pieces together. While established names usually dominate All-Star voting, each year a handful of players force themselves into the national spotlight through performance alone.
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