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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 23
A's Throwing Top Prospects at San Francisco Giants on Monday
The A's and San Francisco Giants will be facing off for the first time this spring on Monday afternoon, with first pitch scheduled for 12:05 p.m. (PT).
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 23
World Baseball Classic: Team Australia News, Notes, and Analysis
For Team Australia, the 2026 World Baseball Classic isn’t just about showcasing the best talent from the land down under; it’s about building momentum and looking to earn more respect on the baseball map.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 22
The A's Bullpen Blueprint, and the Trade-off That Comes With It
The A's bullpen has mostly come together at the start of camp, and barring any injuries, we can roughly pencil in who the eight players that will be that will be suiting up for the A's on Opening Day in Toronto.
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 / Athlon Sports / February 22
Every MLB Team Payroll in 2026
As the only the major North American professional sport without a salary cap, Major League Baseball economics can be wild to behold. While a salary cap has provided some competitive balance in other sports, MLB’s player union has fought for decades to keep the cap from coming to their sport.
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 22
The Plan For Jack Perkins This Spring, and When the A's Will Decide His Role
The A's opened up their spring slate of games with a lopsided loss to the Chicago White Sox, 11-2, in Glendale, Arizona. This is the first of many games this spring, and a large swath of the team's regulars didn't even see the field in this one, so there is no reason to panic about the result in the grand scheme of the season.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 21
Three Non-Roster Invitees Who Might Make Yankees’ Roster
There are typically a couple of players on a team’s list of non-roster invites to Spring Training that end up cracking the big league roster. The New York
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 21
Hope Springs Eternal: A Reason for Optimism … AL Central Edition
With spring training here, there is optimism abounding in 30 Major League cities. Now, legit or not, every fanbase needs reasons to be excited at the start of the baseball season.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 21
Injury Opens Door For A's to Strike Deal with Minnesota Twins
The Minnesota Twins received some awful injury news on Friday, with one of their frontline starters, Pablo López officially being ruled out for the entirety of the 2026 campaign.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 21
Top 10 Athletics Spring Training Storylines To Watch
Welcome back, Athletics fans. Spring training has returned, and so has a level of optimism around the A’s. The past few years have been filled with just about every other emotion outside of hope, but it’s time to turn the page.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 21
Chicago White Sox Spring Training Storylines: Pitchers
The Chicago White Sox recently agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Erick Fedde on a one-year, $1.5 million contract. To make room on the 40-man roster, the club placed left-hander Ky Bush on the 60-day injured list, as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
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 / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 21
A's Make Interesting Decision For Spring Opener Against Chicago White Sox
The A's spring schedule kicks off today at 12:05 p.m. (PT), when the green and gold travel to Glendale, AZ to take on the Chicago White Sox. While this
Athletics 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.
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 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 / New Baseball Media / February 19
Looking at Team Puerto Rico for the 2026 World Baseball Classic
Despite the potential of Puerto Rico potentially pulling out of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the commonwealth will host a team this coming March. However, Puerto Rico’s roster will look drastically different, compared to the teams that were fielded back in 2017 and 2023.
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 / F1 on SI / February 19
Visa Renews and Expands Both Formula 1 Team Sponsorships in Multi-Year Deal
Visa became a title sponsor in Formula 1 in 2024, marking its first major sports sponsorship in over 15 years – reshaping the involvement of the 'payments' space in Formula 1 and across other major sports series.
Bob Melvin 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 / 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 / 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.
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.
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