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On YouTubeAthletics News / Athlon Sports / July 18
Cubs' Eyeing Multi-Player Trades With Select Teams to Address Deadline Needs
The Chicago Cubs will be one of many active buyers at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, with needs in the starting pitching and bullpen areas. Both options will be very competitive, as it seems like nearly every team in the hunt needs help in those areas.
Steven Kwan News / Athlon Sports / July 18
Guardians Make Unexpected Steven Kwan Decision Before Athletics Game
Left fielder Steven Kwan is in his fourth season in MLB with the Cleveland Guardians, having quickly emerged as a focal point at the top of their lineup with his disciplined approach at the plate.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18
Brent Rooker is not taking Jeff Passan’s disrespect
Brent Rooker is not taking the disrespect from Jeff Passan. Rooker was both a contestant in the MLB Home Run Derby this week, and he was chosen by American League manager Aaron Boone to be one of the team’s three representatives in the swing-off during Tuesday’s All-Star Game.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in six minutes?
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 18
Top 5 A's Moments from the First Half
The green and gold started off the year in a new home at Sutter Health Park, and over the last few months have made many memories for A's fans in West Sacramento and beyond.
25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half
It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.
Athletics News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18
Trading One Star for 4 Contributors: Smart or Risky for the Leafs?
With Mitch Marner’s $10.9 million cap hit off the books, the Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t chase another superstar. Instead, they used the savings to add several depth pieces — Matias Maccelli, Dakota Joshua, Nicolas Roy, and Michael Pezzetta.
Nick Kurtz News / Fastball on SI / July 18
Athletics Rookie Nick Kurtz Joins Exclusive Company in American League History Books
While Nick Kurtz arrived in the majors with plenty of hype, he didn't immediately set the world on fire. The 22-year-old first baseman made his MLB debut on April 23, just nine months after the Athletics took him with the No.
Mason Miller News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 18
A's Open to Trading Mason Miller?
Ahead of last year's trade deadline, A's GM David Forst made it clear that he was not looking to shop Mason Miller. The Athletics closer was also their All Star representative in 2024, posting a 2.49 ERA with 28 saves across the full year.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Former A’s all-star announces retirement via Hall of Pretty Good
Trevor Cahill, a former MLB All-Star and longtime journeyman pitcher, has officially called it a career. Cahill, 36, quietly stepped away from the game this week, announcing his retirement through an unexpected source — the “Hall of Pretty Good” account on X (formerly Twitter).
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 17
A's vow to continue progress in second half, open at Guardians
Brent Rooker of the Athletics was the breakout performer at the All-Star Game in Atlanta, belting a three-run homer in the seventh inning and clearing the fence twice in the game-deciding swing-off.
Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
Mason Miller starter plan emerges amid trade possibility
Mason Miller made waves when he made his Major League Baseball debut in 2023. The 26-year-old has grown into one of the better closers in the league and is one of the bright spots of Mark Kotsay’s pitching staff.
The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series
Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 17
2025 Injury Report: Updates on Burger, Frelick, Suarez
The 2025 MLB All-Star break ends on July 18, as teams will return for the stretch run. However, some teams looking to get back into contention will be without key players.
Joey Gerber News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
Rays Select Joey Gerber
1:35pm: Gerber indeed had an upward mobility clause in his contract, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. That provision forces the Rays to either grant Gerber his release or add him to the 40-man roster if there’s another team willing to sign him to its own 40-man roster.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 18
Athletics slugger has surprising assessment of Yankees' Aaron Judge
Athletics slugger Brent Rooker suggested that some may not fully appreciate how special Aaron Judge has been over the past few seasons when healthy.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 16
A’s select veteran outfielder Carlos Cortes
The A’s have selected the contract of outfielder Carlos Cortes from Triple-A Las Vegas and immediately optioned him back to Vegas, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.
Justin Turner News / FirstSportz / July 16
Justin Turner Drops Hilarious 7-Word Reaction as National League Win 2025 All-Star Game on Historic Swing-Off
The 2025 MLB All-Star Game is in the books. The Midsummer Classic produced a historic finish this year as, for the first time in history, a swing-off was required to decide the winner.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Many players left the MLB All-Star Game before it ended
The MLB All-Star Game ended in thrilling fashion at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga., on Tuesday night, and many of the players involved in the game weren’t even around to see the finish.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 16
Kyle Schwarber powers NL to first 'swing-off' win at All-Star Game
ATLANTA -- The National League beat the American League 4-3 in the All-Star Game's first-ever "swing-off" on Tuesday night. The game was tied 6-6 after
Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 15
At 45 and Pitching in Triple-A, Rich Hill Shares Baseball History With Nolan Ryan
The All-Star break is a perfect time for teams to retool and look ahead to the rest of the season – and beyond. The Kansas City Royals won’t be including 45-year-old Rich Hill in their long-term plans, but does he have a place on the roster at some point this season?
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 15
Athletics reversing course on this former All-Star in trade talks
Athletics closer Mason Miller had been viewed as untouchable in trade discussions. That may no longer be the case.
Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / July 15
Red Sox’s Alex Bregman Offers Surprising Confession Following Death Threats
Nearly two months ago, Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman watched teammate Liam Hendriks acknowledge a recent rash of death threats after a poor performance.
Luis Severino News / Just Baseball / July 15
Trading Luis Severino Is Not Going To Be an Easy Task
Despite having no permanent home, the Athletics entered the 2025 season with plenty of reason for optimism. They had a scrappy, up-and-coming roster featuring
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 14
Oneil Cruz, Junior Caminero start off strong at Home Run Derby
ATLANTA -- Oneil Cruz, Junior Caminero, Byron Buxton and Cal Raleigh advanced to the semifinals of the Home Run Derby on Monday night. Cruz and Caminero hit 21 home runs in the opening round, with Cruz receiving the top seed based on the longest home run tiebreaker.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 14
Who Will Win The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby?
The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby will be held on Monday, July 14th at 8 PM EST. 2024 Home Run Derby champ Teoscar Hernandez will not be defending his title, but the 2025 Home Run Derby field is as stacked as ever.
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