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This Massive Detroit Tigers' Right-Hander Could an A's Target in Rule 5 Draft

Every MLB team had to submit its 40-man roster prior to Tuesday's deadline and had to add Rule 5 eligible players to it, or else they'd be at risk of being selected by another organization.

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A's Add Former Pittsburgh Pirates Backstop on Minor League Deal

For a position that is as locked down as catcher on the A's roster, there has certainly been a lot of movement behind the dish for the franchise this offseason.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / November 19

2025 MLB Season Recap: San Diego Padres

The 2025 season felt like a critical one for the Padres — and it was, to say the least. The Padres entered the year with several big names who were poised to hit the market.

J.J. Bleday News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 19

From Breakout in 2024 to DFA'd in 2025, JJ Bleday Still Trying to Establish Himself

On Tuesday, the Athletics announced in a slew of roster moves that they would be designating outfielder JJ Bleday for assignment. Prior to the move, the 40-man roster sat at 38, and the team added Braden Nett, Junior Perez, and Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang, which meant the team needed to free up one more spot to get back to 40.

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How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

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JP Sears News / Athletics Nation / November 19

2025 Athletics Season In Review: JP Sears

Good morning everyone! Today we look back on a young left-handed starter that got his first chance in the big leagues with the A’s. While he’s not around

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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.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 19

Left Off Brewers' 40-Man, This Prospect Might Be an Ideal A's Target

The A's have a knack for dipping into the Rule 5 Draft more often than not, and with the 40-man deadline behind us, we now know which prospects have been left unprotected by other clubs.

Kristian Campbell News / Just Baseball / November 19

How Will Kristian Campbell Fit Into the Red Sox’s Plans in 2026?

The old adage is that prospect development isn’t linear, but few players in recent memory can relate to the whirlwind 18 months Kristian Campbell just had. Campbell arrived in the Boston Red Sox system without much fanfare after being selected in the fourth round of the 2023 MLB Draft.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 18

A's Take Risky Roster Move with Former First Rounder, Cut Another Lose

The Athletics made some interesting decisions on their 40-man roster ahead Tuesday's deadline. The club ended up adding three prospects to the roster, but the main takeaways were those that were left off.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / November 19

Spencer Jones, Andrew Painter Among Prospects Added to 40-Man Rosters

Aside from qualifying offer decisions, November 18 was also the day that MLB teams had to make final decisions on who to protect for the 2025 Rule 5 Draft.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Athletics designate JJ Bleday for assignment

The Athletics are designating outfielder JJ Bleday for assignment, reports Martín Gallegos of MLB.com. The A’s are adding prospects Braden Nett, Junior Perez and Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang to their 40-man roster to keep them out of the Rule 5 draft.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / November 18

Atlanta Braves 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

With the World Series over and Thanksgiving soon approaching, the 2025 MLB season is officially in the books. For Atlanta Braves fans, it’s a book many would be happy to slide onto the highest shelf and never revisit.

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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.

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Who has the most hits in one season for every MLB franchise?

The name of the game in baseball is, well, getting on base. Sure, you can talk a walk or lean into a pitch to get to first. However, every batter wants to get a hit, right?

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 17

Will the A's Swing a Trade to Reunite with Cardinals Ace?

This winter, the A's have made it clear that they will look to bring in more pitching, as they look to continue building off their improvements from the 2025 season.

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / November 17

Top International MLB Free Agents in the 2025-2026 Class

Coming off a season that began with it’s first game played in Japan, and its last game played in Canada, it is pretty clear that Major League Baseball has never been more global than it is today.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 16

Lefty Prospect Seen as A's Best Rookie of the Year Candidate

Coming off the heels of the A's taking the top two spots in the AL Rookie of the Year voting with Nick Kurtz winning it, and Jacob Wilson coming in second, the Athletics could be in a good position to repeat in 2026.

Athletics News / HBCUs on SI / November 16

Texas Southern Erases Halftime Deficit Stunning Southern, 35-30

HOUSTON - Quarterback KJ Cooper threw for 210 yards and three touchdowns as Texas Southern (5-5, 4-3 SWAC) stormed back to defeat Southern (1-10, 0-7 SWAC) by a score of 35-30.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Athletics agree to contract with ex-Nationals infielder

The Athletics have made a veteran addition to their offseason roster plan. MLB.com’s Martín Gallegos reported Saturday that the club reached a deal with Joey Meneses, a 33-year-old first baseman and outfielder formerly with the Washington Nationals.

Steven Kwan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Guardians’ Steven Kwan

The Los Angeles Dodgers should make an aggressive play for Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan this offseason. The Guardians held firm on their asking price during the July trade deadline, demanding top-tier prospect assets for their two-time All-Star outfielder.

Paul Skenes News / New Baseball Media / November 15

Kurtz, Skenes, & the Braves Won More Than Just Awards in 2025

The 2025 MLB Awards week is in the books, one that saw repeat MVP winners, as well as a first-time Cy Young Award winner. Paul Skenes added more hardware to his shelf, as the Pirates’ ace won the Cy Young Award one year after becoming the 2024 NL Rookie of the Year.

Athletics News / LWOSports.com / November 14

MLB Offseason News After GM Meetings

As the MLB offseason begins, the GM meetings have already taken place. After the meetings, certain teams seem to be more aggressive than others. Here is how it looks for each MLB team after the GM meetings.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 13

MLB awards: Jacob deGrom, Ronald Acuna Jr. win Comeback honors

Jacob deGrom was already a two-time Cy Young Award winner, a Rookie of the Year winner and an ERA champion. Now he can add Comeback Player of the Year to his list of accolades.

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Pete Alonso Receives Unfortunate News After 7th Season With Mets

First baseman Pete Alonso is entering MLB unrestricted free agency for the second consecutive offseason. As expected, the 30-year-old right-handed slugger opted out of the final year of his contract with the New York Mets in early November after another strong campaign.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Fantasy Baseball Draft Strategy 2026: How to Draft for Stolen Bases Efficiently

Stolen bases have changed dramatically in recent seasons, especially with rule changes improving success rates. This guide explains how to target speed

Nick Kurtz News / Yardbarker / November 12