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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.

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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 / 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.

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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.

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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 / 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.

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.

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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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

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.

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Bob Melvin News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 19

Former San Francisco Giants Manager Rejoins A's Organization

The A's announced on Thursday that former manager Bob Melvin would be rejoining the organization as a Special Assistant to Baseball Operations. Melvin, 64, managed the A's to six playoff appearances in his ten full years leading the A's, and won the AL West three times in his tenure with the team.

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.

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 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 / 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.

Liam Hendriks News / Field Level Media / February 12

Twins sign veteran reliever Liam Hendriks

The Minnesota Twins signed three-time All-Star reliever Liam Hendriks to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training on Thursday.

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.