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A's OF Brent Rooker leaves game vs. Yankees with flank discomfort

The visiting Athletics lost Brent Rooker to right flank discomfort when the right fielder felt pain on a swing in the first inning of Thursday's game against the New York Yankees.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026 Rankings Redo, Early April Edition

Welcome to our monthly rankings. It has only been a week or so into the season, but a lot has changed already. We are witnessing some rookies having historic starts.

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The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Yankees Make Jazz Chisholm Jr. Decision Before Athletics Game

The New York Yankees continue to blast their way to the top of the standings throughout the early portion of the 2026 MLB season, currently leading the American League at 8-3 and trailing only the reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers (9-3) league-wide.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Jeff McNeil News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

What Jeff McNeil said after leading Athletics to win over Yankees

The Athletics earned a 3-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Wednesday. Veteran infielder Jeff McNeil had a big game with two hits including a double and an RBI.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 9

A’s roster moves: Jack Perkins recalled, Michael Kelly optioned

The A’s announced a roster move on Thursday morning. The club has recalled right-hander Jack Perkins while optioning righty reliever Michael Kelly to Triple-A: It looks like the club has settled on Perkins taking the rotation spot that was vacated by Luis Morales earlier this week.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / April 9

Former Dodgers’ World Series Champion Has Passed Away

Davey Lopes, the dynamic four-time All-Star infielder celebrated for his speed on the basepaths and his contributions to championship teams, passed away on April 8 at the age of 80.

Athletics News / Total Pro Sports / April 9

'I Loved It' – Stephen A. Smith Has No Problem With Jorge Soler-Reynaldo Lopez Brawl

Tension had been simmering all night in the Atlanta Braves vs Los Angeles Angels. By the fifth inning on April 7, it finally boiled over. A home run, a hit-by-pitch, then a fastball sailing too close for comfort, it was only a matter of time before emotions snapped.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 9

The A's Must Rebuild Their Relief Roles

Coming into the season, Athletics manager Mark Kotsay made it clear that the A's were not going to pick one singular pitcher to close games. Sure, at the time, it sounded reasonable.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 9

The Top 20 Teams in World Baseball Classic History: 10 to 1

This is the second installment of Just Baseball’s two-part series ranking the top 20 teams in World Baseball Classic history. The first installment (20-11) came out last week, and today, I’m moving on to the top 10.

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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 / Athlon Sports / April 9

MLB Closer Entrance Songs: The Intimidating Tunes You'll Hear in 2026

Few scenes in sports generate the adrenaline and buzz of a closer's entrance in an MLB game. Picture yourself at a pivotal night game, and your favorite team is clinging to a one-run lead in the top of the ninth inning.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 9

Yankees need more punch from bottom 3 hitters vs. Athletics

The New York Yankees are off to a quick start even with some difficulties hitting with runners in scoring position and getting production from the bottom of their lineup.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 9

MLB roundup: Jays salvage finale of World Series rematch with Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays scored the go-ahead run in the eighth inning on an error Wednesday afternoon and went on to defeat the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3.

Brent Rooker News / Field Level Media / April 8

Brent Rooker's sac fly in 9th lifts Athletics past Yankees

Brent Rooker lifted a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the ninth inning, and the visiting Athletics earned a 3-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 8

Sources: A's Calling Up Hard Thrower For Start Against New York Mets

The week began with the A's sending down right-hander Luis Morales after a pair of rough starts to begin the season. The green and gold ended up using

Athletics News / The Spun / April 8

Los Angeles Dodgers Legend Died This Morning At 80

The Los Angeles Dodgers sadly announced Wednesday that four-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion Davey Lopes has died. Lopes started his MLB career with the Dodgers in 1972.

Denzel Clarke News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 8

The A's Early Defensive Leader Isn't Who You'd Expect

Denzel Clarke is arguably not only the best defensive player on the A's, but also in all of Major League Baseball. Yet after nine games this season he is not the player in green and gold atop the defensive leaderboards.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 8

Athletics’ Vaunted Lineup Has Underwhelmed to Start 2026

All winter long, the discussion surrounding the Athletics had to deal with their pitching. Who will step up in the rotation, how many rookies debut, and which arms will thieve in leverage innings?

Aaron Civale News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Umpire hilariously requests Athletics pitcher Aaron Civale to challenge a ball four call

The Athletics found themselves at the center of a viral moment Tuesday, as pitcher Aaron Civale was involved in a unique interaction highlighting MLB’s automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system during a matchup vs.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 7

Prospects to Watch in 2026 Texas League

The 2026 Texas League rosters are very deep in terms of high-end talent. Many former first-round picks and other notable prospects headline the crop of players at the circuit this year.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Athletics’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The Athletics have started the season 3-6 heading into a series with the New York Yankees. After last year’s offensive explosion, there were high hopes around the A’s before their second season in Sacramento.

Tyler Soderstrom News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Athletics’ Tyler Soderstrom makes honest admission on building off breakout 2025 season

There’s no denying the athletics/athletics-news-brent-rooker-smokes-walk-off-homer-win-astros-game">young core of the Athletics with such names as Brent Rooker, Nick Kurtz, and others, as some have already received contract extensions.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 7

Recapping Week 1 of the 2026 MiLB Season

This past week, the Double-A, High-A, and Low-A levels began their regular seasons — which means baseball is back in its entirety. It also meant that many new Minor Leaguers made their pro debuts, part of what was a busy first full week of the 2026 MiLB season.

Jo Adell News / Last Word On Sports / April 6

Adell Triple Robbery Highlights Calls Of The Weekend

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell brought the crowd in Anaheim to its feet on multiple occasions over the weekend, robbing three Mariners of home runs to lead our Calls Of The Weekend.