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On YouTubeAthletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
A’s Acquire Alika Williams, Designate Michael Stefanic
The A’s announced that infielder Alika Williams was acquired in a trade with the Pirates in exchange for minor league righty Kyle Robinson. Infielder Michael Stefanic was designated for assignment to clear space for Williams on the Athletics’ 26-man and 40-man rosters, as the team officially selected Williams’ contract to the active roster.
Nick Kurtz News / Field Level Media / May 16
Athletics' Nick Kurtz aims to continue power surge vs. Giants
Nick Kurtz got off to a slow start in the power department by going homerless over the Athletics' first 13 games and later enduring a 15-game drought.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16
Angels sign veteran catcher to minor league deal
The Los Angeles Angels added catching depth on Friday by signing veteran backstop Austin Wynns to a minor league contract after he became a free agent earlier this week, according to MLBTR.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 16
MLB roundup: Astros blank Rangers as Spencer Arrighetti flirts with no-hitter
Spencer Arrighetti carried a no-hitter into the eighth inning and Isaac Paredes provided early offensive support with a solo home run as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a three-game series against the visiting Texas Rangers with a 2-0 victory on Friday.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 16
Nick Kurtz belts 3-run homer to power Athletics past Giants
Nick Kurtz drilled a go-ahead, three-run homer to extend his streak of reaching base to 38 games while leading the Athletics to a 5-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / May 15
2026 Transactions: Rockies Call Up Thompson, Alvarez Back With Nats
After an 18-home run campaign in Triple-A last season, Sterlin Thompson hit over .340 in his first six weeks of the 2026 Minor League season. Now, Thompson will get a shot at the MLB level.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Orioles acquire pitcher in trade with Athletics
The Baltimore Orioles and Athletics agreed to a trade on Friday. The Athletics announced that right-handed pitcher Eduarniel Nunez was traded to Baltimore for cash considerations.
Christian Roa News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15
Orioles Acquire Eduarniel Núñez, Designate Christian Roa
The Orioles acquired right-hander Eduarniel Núñez from the A’s in exchange for cash, the clubs announced Friday. He’d previously been designate for assignment and has now been optioned to Baltimore’s Triple-A affiliate in Norfolk.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / May 15
2026 MLB Power Rankings: Ordering All 30 Teams (May Edition)
Now that we’re nearly two months into the 2026 MLB season, we (sort of) have an idea of what to expect over the next 75% of the year. Right now, a lot of parity exists within the middle of the American League, while the top of the National League standings doesn’t look all that surprising.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Nick Kurtz News / Fastball on SI / May 15
Athletics' Nick Kurtz Closing in on Club History with On-Base Streak
The Athletics have been one of Major League Baseball's most surprising teams this year. After going 76-86 last season and missing the playoffs, they are at the top of the American League West, albeit just one game over the .500 mark.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Inside Braves’ Anthony Rizzo pursuit before Matt Olson trade
The Atlanta Braves acquired Matt Olson via trade with the Athletics in 2022, sending away several key prospects, including Shea Langeliers, in exchange for the 32-year-old first baseman.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 15
Giants return to familiar ballpark for series with A's
Former Bay Area rivals go head-to-head in West Sacramento, Calif., on Friday night when the San Francisco Giants and Athletics open a three-game interleague series.
Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / May 15
Brewers' Andrew Vaughn Surging With Bryce Harper-Level Production
The Milwaukee Brewers have one of the best front offices in the game when it comes to identifying cheap talent with massive upside. We've already talked about it multiple times this season, but the Brewers have fleeced the Boston Red Sox in back-to-back years at this point.
Athletics News / Inside The Diamonds / May 15
St. Louis Cardinals News & Notes 05/15/2026
The St. Louis Cardinals are 25-18 after winning the last game of the series against the Athletics. They’re 2.5 games back of the Cubs for first place in the National League Central, and they’re 0.5 games back of the Dodgers for the top wild card spot in the National League; they do hold a playoff spot.
Athletics News / Total Pro Sports / May 15
Top 5 MLB Home Run Prop Bets: Exclusive Picks For May 15, 2026
It’s rivalry weekend in the MLB, with local foes battling it out on the field. All 30 teams will be in action on Friday, providing home run prop bet options galore.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / May 14
2026 Transactions: Garrett & Matthews Recalled, A’s DFA Perez
Matt Wallner’s strikeout numbers have never been low throughout his MLB career. But after a .167/.259/.292 start to 2026, Wallner will receive a reset, as he was demoted to Triple-A.
Jose Suarez News / Athlon Sports / May 14
Athletics Acquire Lefty Pitcher From Mariners in Trade
Two American League West rivals have swung a trade with each other. The Athletics are acquiring left-handed pitcher Jose Suarez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations.
Junior Perez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
A’s Acquire José Suarez, Designate Junior Perez For Assignment
The Athletics acquired left-hander José Suarez from the Mariners in exchange for cash, the teams announced Thursday. Seattle designated Suarez for assignment earlier in the week.
Athletics News / Inside The Diamonds / May 14
St. Louis Cardinals News & Notes 05/14/2026
The St. Louis Cardinals are 24-18 after last night’s loss to the Athletics. They’re 2.5 games back of the Cubs for first place in the National League Central, and they’re 0.5 games back of the Dodgers for the top wild card spot in the National League; they do hold a playoff spot.
Liam Hendriks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15
Cubs agree to contract with three-time All-Star pitcher
The Chicago Cubs have been hit hard by the injury bug, especially in terms of the pitching depth. Now, the Cubs are adding a three-time All-Star to a minor league deal.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 13
With Wilson Out, the A's Infield Has Two Players Fighting for Future Roles
Jacob Wilson was removed from Sunday's game in the fifth inning after diving for a ball and the A's placed him on the injured list on Tuesday afternoon with what they are calling a left shoulder subluxation.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 12
Jacob Wilson Lands on IL, While A's DFA Surprising Player
Jacob Wilson exited Sunday's game in the fifth inning after diving for a ball and finding himself in pain immediately. We now know that Wilson has landed on the IL with a left shoulder subluxation.
Shea Langeliers News / Yardbarker / May 12
Athletics' Shea Langeliers is dominating as an elite offensive catcher
Athletics star Shea Langeliers is putting up some serious, dominant numbers among elite offensive catchers this season.
Henry Bolte News / Just Baseball / May 12
What Henry Bolte Brings to the Athletics Lineup and Where He Fits
If you are an Athletics fan you have likely been asking the same question over and over. When are the A’s going to call up Henry Bolte? Well, the wait is over.
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