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Injured A's Outfielder Shares Update on His Status for Spring

At the end-of-season media call, A's GM David Forst said that right fielder Lawrence Butler had been playing through an injury in the season's final weeks, and he ended up undergoing surgery at the beginning of October.

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Previewing the 2025-26 free-agent class: Left-handed relief

All but two teams have already turned their attention toward the offseason. Identifying free agent targets is a big part of that prep work, so it’s worth taking a look at the players who’ll be available at each position.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 27

Two Reds Free Agents the A’s Should Be Eyeing This Winter

The A's will be looking to add some veterans to the mix this offseason, coming off an improving 2025 season as a team. Two of the biggest holes for the club this last season were at third base and in the starting rotation.

Athletics News / TransWorld SKATEboarding / October 27

“Sin Fines de Lacra” — A Full-Length Look at Guatemala’s Skate Scene

Love how these dudes tie in real street life to their skate scene. The Word is Bond crew from Central America is back! You may remember Sin Esas, their video from 2023 with some heavy graf clips.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 27

Don't Be Surprised if the Royals and A's Strike a Deal This Winter

The A's and Kansas City Royals finished in comparable positions last season, with the A's holding a 76-86 record and Kansas City finishing at 82-80. Both teams missed the postseason, and both have pretty clear areas to address.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 27

Former NY Mets Coach Eric Chavez Could Reclaim His Title in A's History Next Winter

The New York Mets are shaking up their coaching staff this winter, with hitting coach Eric Chavez among those not returning in 2026. However, the former A's third baseman could re-take his place in franchise history next winter.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 27

Why You Shouldn’t Expect Nick Kurtz to Sign an Extension Anytime Soon

The A's front office has already expressed a desire to keep signing players to extensions this winter, following in the footsteps of the contracts handed to Lawrence Butler and Brent Rooker last offseason.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 26

Insider Hints Yankees Pitcher Could Be on A’s Radar This Offseason

The Athletics may be ready to pounce when free agency opens up. After trading away Mason Miller at the Trade Deadline, they could be in the market for a closer, but they'll certainly be in the market for more late-inning options to add to their mix.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 26

What Can the Pirates Expect from Esmerlyn Valdez?

One of the main positive takeaways from the time Ben Cherington has been the Pittsbugh Pirates‘ general manager has been the way they’ve developed talented arms all throughout the system.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 25

The Team Without a Home Still Rules Two Cities: Nomad Athletics’ Unlikely Feat

The Athletics are planning to head to Las Vegas for the 2028 season, which will mark their fourth official city in the team's 124-year history. While most

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 25

Josh Donaldson Has Two Word Reaction to Addison Barger's Grand Slam

When the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the NLCS after sweeping the Milwaukee Brewers, manager Dave Roberts said, "let's get four more wins and really ruin

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 24

Previewing the 2025-26 free-agent class: Starting pitcher

We’ve gone through each offensive position and now turn to the starting rotation.

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The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Darell Hernaiz News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 24

The A’s May Already Have Their 2026 Infield Answer in Darell Hernaiz

The Athletics have said that they'll explore their options for reinforcements at second and third base this winter, given that Zack Gelof and Brett Harris have undergone surgery in the past month.

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Hunter Greene News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 24

Why the A’s Should Put Their Top Prospect on the Table for Reds' Hunter Greene

The Cincinnati Reds have assembled a nice stable of arms, but the rumors are now swirling that ace Hunter Greene could be on the trade block. Reds GM Nick Krall recently told reporters, "I don’t want to speculate on anybody that’s going to get traded or not traded at this point" when asked about Greene.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 23

Why A’s Pitchers Won’t Like Who the Mariners Are Targeting in Free Agency

The A's and Seattle Mariners played about as close of a season series as you can manage, with the AL West champs going 7-6, but the A's outscoring the M's 49-48 across the 13 games.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 23

Why A’s Pitchers Won’t Like Who the Mariners Are Targeting in Free Agency

The A's and Seattle Mariners played about as close of a season series as you can manage, with the AL West champs going 7-6, but the A's outscoring the M's 49-48 across the 13 games.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Previewing the 2025-26 free agent class: Right-handed relief

A number of teams (and their fanbases) have already turned their attention towards the offseason. Identifying free agent targets is a big part of that prep work, so it’s worth taking a look at the players who’ll be available at each position.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / October 23

Judge, Lindor, Ohtani Headline 2025 Silver Slugger Finalists

Between October 22 and 23, bat manufacturer and sponsor Louisville Slugger unveiled the finalists for the 2025 American League and National League Silver Slugger Awards.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Blue Jays Announce George Springer News Before World Series Against Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays are heading to the World Series to take on the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Toronto is set to begin the series on Friday at home for Game 1.

Anthony Kay News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Veteran pitcher Anthony Kay hoping for MLB comeback after successful NPB stint

Kay, 30, was the Mets’ first-round draft pick in 2016.

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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Hunter Goodman News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Hunter Goodman Recognized for Stellar Offensive Season

The MLB Silver Slugger finalists came out on Wednesday, October 22, and Colorado Rockies right-handed hitting catcher Hunter Goodman is one of them. Goodman had a career year offensively, leading the Rockies in batting average.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Dave Stewart Warns Dodgers Fans Betting On A Sweep Of The Blue Jays

Stewart is the rare pitcher who appeared in the World Series for both the Los Angeles Dodgers (1981) and the Toronto Blue Jays (1993), and he still doesn’t “buy the super team” narrative in October.

Athletics News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

NHL power rankings: MacKinnon already in Hart Trophy form as Avalanche take top spot

Week 2 has come and gone, but we still aren’t any closer to figuring out most teams to start the season. While some teams like the Avalanche, Hurricanes and Sharks are performing as expected, the Red Wings and Kraken have gotten off to surprising starts, while the Lightning and Senators have disappointed thus far.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 16

The A’s Gold Glove Finalist Literally Came Out of Left Field

The average baseball fan does not know much about the Athletics. Not only are they never on national television, but their debacle of moving cities, playing in a minor league stadium, and rarely making needle-moving signings hardly demands a whole lot of attention.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / October 10