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Lawrence Butler's ninth inning triple lifts Athletics over Rays

Lawrence Butler lined a two-run, tie-breaking triple in the ninth inning as the Athletics opened a three-game series with a 6-4 victory over the host Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night.

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2025 Injury Report: Updates on Eflin, Mahle, Santander

It was an active day of injury news on July 30. Zach Eflin and Tyler Mahle, two notable trade targets, were both placed on the injured list. And for Mahle, he won’t be back until at least August.

Joe Boyle News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Joe Boyle Is Pitching Well And Could Be Ready For a Promotion

The Tampa Bay Rays are in the middle of a postseason race as the calendar flips to July. They are playing well, but there is always room to improve. The starting pitchers have generally held up their end of the bargain, but Taj Bradley has experienced a turbulent season.

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Aaron Judge Makes History in Yankees' Win Over Athletics

The New York Yankees established themselves as one of MLB's best teams with a 48-35 record this season, while having the best odds (+240) to represent the AL in the World Series, per ESPN BET.

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The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 MLB players with at least four 200-hit seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Colby Thomas News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 30

A's Calling Up Top Prospect Colby Thomas

The Athletics are in a perpetual state of calling up their top prospects. When one graduates, they just call up the next. Last year they called up Jacob Wilson, who was still a prospect when the 2025 season began.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

2025 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 16: A mid-season checkpoint

The 2025 MLB Power Rankings are back as the 81-game mark comes and goes for every team. For the Detroit Tigers, they are soaring to a 100-win pace and a massive division lead.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / June 30

Aaron Judge Joins Vaunted Slugger Mark McGwire in Baseball History with Multi-Homer Game

The New York Yankees routed the Athletics 12-5 on Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium, making up for the 7-0 loss suffered Saturday. Aaron Judge stole the show offensively, going 2-for-4 with two homers, three runs scored and four RBIs.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 30

Luis Severino Ballpark Criticism: “I'm Not the Only One That Feels That Way”

Athletics ace Luis Severino certainly hasn't been shy when it comes to how he feels about pitching in West Sacramento, which he likened to pitching in a Spring Training facility recently.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 30

BvP Report: Today's Batter Versus Pitcher Data

When starting our due diligence for the MLB daily routine, the question often arises — which hitters have faced the opposing SP multiple times in the past?

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 30

Rays aim to take advantage of visit from skidding Athletics

As they prepare to close out a June to remember, the Tampa Bay Rays will also hope to start off another great week. Propelled into the American League playoff chase and pursuing the first-place New York Yankees in the East, the Rays will host the opener of a three-game series against the Athletics on Monday night.

Athletics News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 30

Top MLB DFS Start‘em/Sit‘em For June 30th

June is ending today, and fantasy players could win big to start the new week with a bang for today’s top MLB DFS lineups. Monday’s eight-game slate will start the week in style with today’s games.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger explains wholesome moment during Athletics rout

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger explained a wholesome moment he had during the 12-5 rout over the Athletics. The Bronx Bombers are facing some pressure for their divisional lead in the AL East.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 29

MLB roundup: Tigers' Tarik Skubal K's 13 Twins in gem

Tarik Skubal limited Minnesota to one hit in seven innings and tied his career high with 13 strikeouts as the host Detroit Tigers blanked the Twins 3-0 on Sunday night.

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Who are the early favorites for all the 2025 MLB awards?

The first half of the MLB season has been filled with tremendous performances, and the race for the major league awards is heating up. These are the frontrunners for the 2025 MLB awards, from FanDuel Sportsbook as of June 30.

Marcus Stroman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Yankees’ Marcus Stroman had ‘no doubt’ he would be back from knee injury

The New York Yankees faced an important game as they met the Athletics in the decisive matchup of their 3-game series at Yankee Stadium. It worked out well for manager Aaron Boone and his charges as New York gained a 12-5 victory.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / June 29

Athletics ready to admit free agency mistake

The Athletics stunned the baseball universe when they signed pitcher Luis Severino to a three-year, $67 million contract. That contract already appears to be a mistake.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Cubs Showing Interest in $67 Million Former Yankees Ace

It's been said many times before, but there's no question that if the Chicago Cubs don't do what's needed over the next few weeks at the trade deadline, it's impossible to have Jed Hoyer back next year.

Chris Bassitt News / Fastball on SI / June 29

Chris Bassitt Struggles to Historic Proportions as Toronto Blue Jays Get Routed By Red Sox

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Chris Bassitt struggled to historic proportions on Saturday afternoon as the Jays were beaten 15-1 by the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

Clarke Schmidt News / Fastball on SI / June 29

Clarke Schmidt Sees History-Making Streak Come to End as New York Yankees Lose to A's

New York Yankees' starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt saw his historic streak of run prevention come to an end on Saturday afternoon as the Yankees lost 7-0 to the Athletics.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 28

A’s Rookie Responds to Yankees Reliever’s Meltdown

Yankees reliever Ian Hamilton let frustration boil over Saturday night, but Athletics rookie Jacob Wilson refused to add fuel to the fire. In the top of the seventh, with New York already trailing 4–0, Hamilton allowed a two-out single and a walk before fielding a soft comebacker off Wilson’s bat.

Dave Parker News / 5 GOATs / June 28