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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 20
Mark Kotsay Singles Out Player to Watch in A's Camp, Projecting a Breakout Season
The A's will begin their spring schedule on Saturday in Glendale taking on the Chicago White Sox, and the most contested position battle in camp is going to be at third base for the green and gold.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 20
2026 Fantasy Baseball: Top Young Outfielders for Breakouts – Rankings & Projections
The fantasy baseball outfield position is the shallowest it’s been in years, but with young studs like James Wood, Wyatt Langford, Roman Anthony, Riley Greene, and Tyler Soderstrom quickly coming into their own, it won’t stay that way for long.
Brent Rooker News / Total Pro Sports / February 20
Brent Rooker Refuses To Tolerate MLB Salary Cap Talk- 'Make Owners Richer'
The introduction of a salary cap in the MLB will perhaps be the foremost subject of discussion at the next Collective Bargaining Agreement, towards the end of this year.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 20
Predicting Just Baseball’s Top Prospect in 2027
As we approach the 2026 Major League Baseball season, excitement isn’t just building in the big leagues; fans are growing increasingly more eager to see their top prospects play yet again.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 20
A's Spring Training TV and Radio Schedule
The A's haven't made it to the postseason since 2020, but they're looking to snap that drought this season after finishing 76-86 a year ago, with plenty of positives to build upon.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 20
3 A's Prospects Who Could Debut Some Time This Season
With Spring Training now officially underway, it’s time to start looking forward toward the 2026 Athletics season. While there are going to certainly be
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 19
30 MLB Non-Roster Players to Watch for in 2026 Spring Training
Not only does Spring Training give baseball fans a chance to get back into things, and players the chance to do the same, it also means fans’ likely first looks at the future of their respective favorite teams.
Jacob Wilson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Athletics’ Jacob Wilson reveals which All-Star shortstop he looked up to
The Athletics are set to begin spring training with a relatively exciting young roster. One of the young talents to keep an eye on is shortstop Jacob Wilson.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Athletics’ Mark Kotsay makes 2028 Olympics pitch to Dave Roberts
When the 2028 Summer Olympics come around, baseball will be making its official return. With the tournament set to be held at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has expressed his interest in managing.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Athletics’ Mark Kotsay leaves door open for Nick Kurtz contract extension
As the athletics/athletics-news-jacob-wilson-contract-extension-outstanding-rookie-season">Athletics continuing building to a brighter future, they signed both Jacob Wilson and Tyler Soderstrom to contract extensions.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 19
More Bold Predictions for the 2026 MLB Season That Could Reshape Baseball
The 2026 MLB season feels like a tipping point. The league’s young superstars are entering their prime. Speed is back. Power is evolving. And frontline pitching might finally reclaim the spotlight in an era dominated by offense.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / February 19
Can the A’s Young Core Turn Defense Into a Strength? 
The number one reason the Athletics suffered a fourth straight losing season last year was run prevention. Both the starting rotation and bullpen struggled, particularly at home in Sacramento.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 19
Former Athletics manager returns to team in new role
The Athletics are set to begin their Las Vegas tenure for the 2028 MLB season. For now, they will continue to play in Sacramento after moving from Oakland.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Predicting standings, playoff performances for all 30 MLB teams in 2026
A lot can happen in a 162-game season, which makes predicting standings and postseason performances for all 30 MLB teams extremely difficult. Some things are clear, though.
Bob Melvin News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19
A’s Hire Bob Melvin For Baseball Operations Role
The A’s are bringing longtime manager Bob Melvin back to the organization, albeit in a new role. The team announced Thursday that Melvin is returning as a special assistant in the baseball operations department.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 18
Looking at Team Mexico for the 2026 World Baseball Classic
Team Mexico was one of the most formidable teams in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Mexico made it to the semis, and eventual champion Japan needed a walkoff to finish off the country.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 18
Are Top Propsects Being Traded More or Less Than Ever Before?
The history of trading top prospects is complex. The team trading away their youth is often seen as mortgaging their future, with the recipient of the prospect often pushing their competition window further into the future.
Athletics News / Stadium Rant / February 18
Who’s Taking The Crown? The Top 5 Teams In The 2026 World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic begins March 5, bringing 20 nations to San Juan, Houston, Tokyo, and Miami. This may be the deepest field in WBC history. Japan returns as the defending champion, but an unprecedented wave of MLB talent, including 78 All-Stars, has reshaped the tournament.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Top 5 Fantasy Baseball Outfielder Busts for 2026: Overvalued Draft Risks to Avoid
The fantasy baseball outfield position dries up quickly when you’re drafting in five outfielder leagues, but don’t fall into the trap of adding overhyped potential busts ahead of the 2026 season.
Zack Gelof News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
A’s Could Get Zack Gelof Outfield Reps In Spring Training
The A’s trade pickup of Jeff McNeil solidified second base, where the veteran is expected to play regularly. That pushed Zack Gelof out of the projected starting lineup.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Projections Underestimate the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Top Prospect
Every Pittsburgh Pirates fan is looking forward to Konnor Griffin’s arrival. He is Major League Baseball’s consensus number one prospect and was outstanding in 2025.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 16
Top 5 Draft-Now Prospects for Fantasy Baseball 2026 Including Konnor Griffin
Drafting (soon-to-be) MLB-ready prospects seems risky, especially earlier in spring. Without assurances on whether they will make the team, how much playing time they will receive, and — let’s face it — how they will fare against major league pitching, many fantasy owners avoid the prospects altogether.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 16
How Strong Would a Team of Only Top MLB Prospects Be?
On a recent episode of The Call Up (watch here), our Aram Leighton and Elijah Evans fielded questions from our audience for a fun mailbag episode. One of the more interesting questions they answered was how many games a team made up of only top prospects could win at the MLB level.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Dodgers ink veteran slugger to $10 million contract extension
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to enter the 2026 MLB season as the World Series favorites once again. After another busy free agency period, the Dodgers were able to come to a deal to give veteran Max Muncy a one-year contract extension worth $10 million guaranteed with an option for the 2028 season.
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