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A's manager Mark Kotsay wants better effort against Astros

The Athletics will be looking for better results on Sunday as they host the Houston Astros in West Sacramento, Calif., with each team vying for its first series win against a divisional opponent in 2026.

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After Getting Crushed By Astros, Kotsay Doesn't Hold Back

There weren't a ton of positives to take away from the A's 11-0 loss to the Houston Astros on Saturday afternoon, and with higher expectations this season, there is only so much underperformance that will be tolerated.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 4

A’s Pitching and Defense Implode in Blowout Loss to the Astros

The Athletics’ second home game of 2026 was exactly the opposite of its first game. After the A’s blew out the Houston Astros 11-4 in yesterday’s series-opener, the Astros responded with a blowout win of their own, taking advantage of porous A’s pitching and defense to win 11-0.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 4

Astros rack up 18 hits while trouncing Athletics

Christian Walker and Cam Smith hit homers and the Houston Astros recorded 18 hits as they blasted the Athletics 11-0 on Saturday afternoon in West Sacramento, Calif.

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 4

Why Guardians-Cubs Saturday clash was postponed

The Chicago Cubs boast weapons throughout their roster and entered the 2026 MLB season as the favorite to win the National League Central. The Cleveland Guardians have a sub-$90 million payroll, but they have an abundance of tenacity and crafty ballplayers.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 4

'Rounding Third, I Had Chills': Sacramento Crowd Leaves Its Mark on Muncy, Butler

In the third and fourth innings of Friday night's home opener, the A's broke the game wide open. Right in the middle of the offensive outburst was third baseman Max Muncy, who roped a double and stroked a solo homer to extend the A's lead in each inning.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 4

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Pirates Win Griffin Debut, Other Home Openers

April 3 was Opening Day, part two for many Major League teams. The Nationals, Pirates, Tigers, Twins, and Guardians were among the many to start their home schedules off on the day.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 4

After blowout win, Athletics look to unleash even more power vs. Astros

The Athletics didn't look potent when they scored 17 total runs while losing five of their first six games. But Lawrence Butler said the real version of the A's are the team that scored 11 runs on Friday night.

Kyle Schwarber News / Fastball on SI / April 4

Kyle Schwarber Stands Alone Atop MLB With Another 460-Foot Blast

The Philadelphia Phillies handed Kyle Schwarber a massive five-year, $150 million deal this past offseason for a reason. Schwarber has become one of the most prolific sluggers in Major League Baseball.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 4

Jeffrey Springs Becomes First A's Starter to Experience the 'Severino Room'

WEST SACRAMENTO -- Located at the end of the dugout, just before the restroom, is the new relaxation area for A's starters this season, lovingly dubbed the "Severino Room" after starting pitcher Luis Severino expressed his frustrations with not having a place to unwind during his starts at home.

Aaron Judge News / Total Pro Sports / April 4

Aaron Judge Shares Injury Concern After Hit-by-Pitch Incident

The New York Yankees are off to a fine start, and Aaron Judge has played a vital role in their success. Judge crushed his third home run of the season while playing against the Miami Marlins on Friday.

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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 / Field Level Media / April 4

MLB roundup: Konnor Griffin shines in debut as Pirates top Orioles

Konnor Griffin, baseball's No. 1 prospect, doubled and drove in a run in his major league debut, propelling the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles in their home opener on Friday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 4

Athletics pound Astros with 6-run 4th in home opener

Lawrence Butler went 3-for-5 with a homer and four RBIs and Max Muncy was 3-for-4 with a blast and drove in three as the Athletics rolled to a 11-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 3

Chase DeLauter belts another HR as Guardians take down Cubs

Rookie Chase DeLauter belted a two-run, two-out homer off Hunter Harvey in the seventh inning, three batters after Gabriel Arias hit a go-ahead solo shot, as the Cleveland Guardians beat the visiting Chicago Cubs 4-1 on Friday afternoon.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Pirates Missing Out on Second-Round Pick is a Blessing in Disguise

Last year, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ second-round pick was the 50th overall selection. They used that pick on then high school right-hander Angel Cervantes.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Fantasy Baseball: Prospects Who Could Make a Late-Season Impact

The #1 prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin, got the call to the majors Thursday morning. The 19-year-old burgeoning superstar has a chance to make an immediate impact for a Pittsburgh Pirates team that badly needs it.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / April 2

How the New ABS Challenge System Is Already Changing Fantasy Baseball in 2026

Overreaction runs rampant in fantasy baseball in early April. When a player hits 2 HR in a game, he is the next coming of Babe Ruth. A sparsely-known pitcher spins a beautiful outing and he has multiple Cy Young potential.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Five Notable Pittsburgh Pirates Extensions in Recent History

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a legitimate chance of extending top prospect Konnor Griffin before Opening Day. Griffin isn’t just the Pirates’ number one prospect, but the consensus number one prospect across the entire sport.

Shea Langeliers News / Total Apex Sports / April 2

Athletics Are Not Good, But Shea Langeliers Is Off To Historic 2026 Start

The Shea Langeliers-led Athletics fell again Wednesday to the Atlanta Braves, 5-1, to bring their record on the season to the inverse, 1-5. While there have been moments where the offense has assumed a role of competency, they have been marred by reality: of the six games played, the A’s have scored two runs or fewer in four of them.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 2