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Best Highlights From Top Prospects in 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game

It's been a busy weekend for some of the best young baseball players in the world. On Saturday, the 2026 MLB draft began in Philadelphia. And on Sunday, the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game was played, showcasing many of the highest-rated prospects in the minor leagues.

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Injuries Providing Cover For Some Inconvenient Truths

“It’s the injuries” is a common excuse for why the A’s, once 38-38 and in the thick of a weak AL West race, have cratered, fallen, and can’t get up. “Wait

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 12

White Sox crush Athletics to complete sweep

Braden Montgomery went 2-for-4 with four RBIs, including a three-run home run in a six-run first inning, and Sam Antonacci also homered as the host Chicago White Sox routed the skidding Athletics 9-1 on Sunday.

Donovan Walton News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Athletics Claim Donovan Walton

The Athletics claimed infielder Donovan Walton off waivers from the Angels, as announced by both teams. The A’s already had an open 40-man roster spot, so no further transaction was required.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 12

MLB Bullpen Grades: Every Closer's Second-Half Outlook, From Secure to Committee Chaos

Let’s all exhale and relax, for we’ve made it through the first half closer chaos in (more or less) one piece. We have a few days off from our fantasy teams, so it’s a good time to step back and take a longer view of things.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 12

A.J. Preller Speaks on Mason Miller Trade Speculation

The San Diego Padres gave up a massive haul to acquire star closer Mason Miller at last year's trade deadline. The 27-year-old, along with starter JP Sears, was acquired from the Athletics in exchange for four prospects, including shortstop Leo De Vries, MLB Pipeline's No.

Leo De Vries News / NBC Sports / July 12

Watch: Top prospects Jesús Made, Leo De Vries rapidly ascending MiLB | All-Star Futures Game | MLB on NBC

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Athletics select Miami catcher Alex Sosa in 2026 MLB Draft

Miami catcher Alex Sosa was selected by the Athletics with the No. 172 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The Hurricane backstop is now off the board.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Oakland Athletics select Miami catcher Alex Sosa in 2026 MLB Draft

Miami catcher Alex Sosa was selected by the Athletics with the No. 172 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The Hurricane backstop is now off the board.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 12

2026 Transactions: Red Sox DFA Coulombe, Nationals Promote Ortiz

The final day before the 2026 All-Star Game break saw several significant moves. Boston cut reliever Danny Coulombe on the 12th, while the Nationals called up one of their better-hitting prospects for the first time in his pro career.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

Draft Prospects the Athletics Should Consider on Day 2

The Athletics would put together a very solid day in Day 1 of the MLB draft, time to do it again. After a very successful Day 1, which included Drew Burress (R1), Mason Edwards (R2), Gabe Gaeckle (CB), Jacob Dudan (R3), and UCLA stud Roman Martin (R5).

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Noah Schultz News / Field Level Media / July 12

Noah Schultz on a mission to control walks, A's in first-half finale

After a frustrating sweep by the Boston Red Sox, the Chicago White Sox have a pair of home wins over the Athletics and will look to complete a sweep of their own on Sunday afternoon in the series finale.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

3 Crucial Takeaways From Athletics' Brutal Shutout Loss

The Athletics would drop yet another game, marking eight in a row. Things are not going well for the Athletics. Luckily, the Draft is underway, so at least we have that.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

Athletics Select Georgia Tech Star in First Round of Draft

The A's have done it yet again. After hitting on several first-round college bats like Jacob Wilson and Nick Kurtz, the organization has gone that route once again in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

Why the A's Quietly Dominated Day One Draft Rounds

The A's have quietly had a really great day one in the draft. We saw the club land Drew Burress in the first round, and he looks like a potential future star in the MLB.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 12

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Bichette, Lodolo, Misiorowski

Nick Lodolo’s blister problems got the better of him again on July 11, as he was removed in his start against the Cubs. Plus, Jacob Misiorowski won’t be starting in what was supposed to be a marquee matchup against Paul Skenes and the Pirates on July 12.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 11

MLB roundup: Pirates clutch up in doubleheader sweep of Brewers

Esmerlyn Valdez delivered a go-ahead grand slam to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 win against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday afternoon.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

White Sox’s former Savannah Bananas player lands on All-Star team

In 2021, Tristan Peters was dancing in a kilt for the Savannah Bananas. Last December, he was traded to the Chicago White Sox from the Tamp Bay Rays for cash considerations or a player to be named later, marking his fourth different MLB organization in five years.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Athletics select Georgia Tech OF Drew Burress in 2026 MLB Draft

College bats have become quite popular at the top of the MLB Draft in recent years. The 2026 edition is no different, with one of the best now off the board.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 11

5 Standout Top Prospects To Watch in the All-Star Futures Game

On Sunday, July 12, the baseball world will get to see MLB’s top prospects face off in Philadelphia. Ranging from consensus top-10 prospects to up-and-coming top-100 names to those on the verge of breaking through, the All-Star Futures Game gives a glimpse into the stars of the next generation.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11

Yankees’ Aaron Boone drops blunt take on Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Aaron Boone offered a candid assessment of Jazz Chisholm Jr. that captured both the second baseman’s potential and the higher standard expected of him, even as Chisholm delivered in a critical moment.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10

White Sox's Tristan Peters hits for team's first cycle since 2017

On a night that the Chicago White Sox got a returning Munetaka Murakami to a struggling lineup, it wasn't Murakami that stole the show.

White Sox's Munetaka Murakami is final participant of 2026 Home Run Derby

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10

Athletics To Place Nick Kurtz, Zack Gelof On Injured List

The Athletics are expected to put first baseman Nick Kurtz on the injured list with a right thumb strain, reports Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Kurtz left Wednesday’s game against the Tigers with an illness, but was back in the lineup yesterday.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 10

The Diamondbacks Are in Trade Deadline Purgatory

In 2023, the Arizona Diamondbacks were not considered a World Series frontrunner but made it there only to lose to the Rangers. An 84-win team advancing past the Brewers, Dodgers, and Phillies was unexpected and goes to show that once you get into the playoffs, anything can happen.