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1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich Passes Away at 85

Mickey Lolich, the portly left-hander who tossed three complete-game victories in the 1968 World Series, passed away on Wednesday. He was 85. The Associated Press was the first to break the story.

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Tigers P Mickey Lolich, '68 World Series MVP, dies at 85

Pitcher Mickey Lolich, the MVP and Game 7 star of the Detroit Tigers' 1968 World Series triumph, died Wednesday at the age of 85, the team announced. Lolich won all three of his starts against the St.

Jacob Wilson News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 4

How Jacob Wilson's Extension Impacts A's Payroll Moving Forward into Las Vegas

Earlier this week, Jacob Wilson became the fourth player to officially sign an extension with the Athletics as they plan their move to Las Vegas for the 2028 season.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Table for Two: Fred Lynn and Ichiro Suzuki

Mr. Lynn and Mr. Suzuki, your table for two is ready. What could this middle-aged baseball writer be referencing? In Major League Baseball history, only two players have won the Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player in the same season.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 3

The Top 10 Shortstops in Major League Baseball for 2026

There might not be any position more loaded than shortstop. It wouldn’t be crazy to apply the superstar label to any of the top eight names on this list, and even our honorable mentions are all coming off three-win seasons.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 3

A's Promotional Schedule for 2026 Includes Seven Bobblehead Days

With the A's on the hunt for a postseason berth in 2026, they are pulling out all of the stops when it comes to trying to get people out to the ballpark.

Kyle McCann News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 3

Rockies, Kyle McCann Agree To Minor League Deal

The Rockies and catcher Kyle McCann have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. The Ballengee Group client also receives an invite to big league camp in spring training.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 3

2026 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Catcher

There are a few different approaches to consider when drafting the catcher position in fantasy baseball this year. One could invest a great deal of draft capital into drafting Cal Raleigh, ranked 17th overall in our top 200, and not have to think about the position again.

Nick Kurtz News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Nick Kurtz Extension: What a Near-Generational Deal Could Look Like for the A’s

The A’s have quietly rewritten their long-term blueprint. Instead of allowing elite young talent to drift toward arbitration and eventual free agency, the organization has made it clear: the core is being built to stay.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 3

A's Odds of Reaching the Postseason in 2026

Inside the A's clubhouse is a group that is expecting to play postseason games in 2026. They finished with a 76-86 record last season, but following the emergence of Rookie of the Year winner Nick Kurtz and runner up Jacob Wilson, the A's offense looks like it should be among the best in baseball.

Danny Coulombe News / Just Baseball / February 3

Danny Coulombe Would Perfectly Finalize the Blue Jays’ Bullpen

The Toronto Blue Jays have had an eventful and successful offseason thus far, signing several strong free agents and adding to their AL Pennant-winning roster.

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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 / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 3

Expect the A's to Make Some Moves in 2026

The Athletics are on the precipice of postseason contention, already boasting what is expected to be a top-10 offense in the game, led by Nick Kurtz, Jacob Wilson, Brent Rooker, Tyler Soderstrom and a slew of others.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 2

Players Who Could Move To The 60-Day IL Once Spring Training Begins

Most of the clubs in the league currently have a full 40-man roster, which means that just about every transaction requires a corresponding move. Some extra roster flexibility is on the way, however.

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Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 2

A's Starter Luis Severino Added to Dominican Republic's WBC Roster

The A's officially have a representative headed to the World Baseball Classic, and it's none other than ace of the staff, Luis Severino. His inclusion on the roster was announced by the official WBC Twitter/X page.

Athletics News / The SportsRush / February 2

Michael Jackson’s New England Patriots and Robert Kraft Connection Comes to Light Amid Biopic Trailer Release

Robert Kraft is perhaps the best owner any NFL team could have asked for. The businessman and former New England Patriots season ticket holder bought a struggling franchise and turned it into one of the most successful in league history.

Frank Thomas News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 2

Frank Thomas hits back at White Sox after glaring Black History Month post snub

The Chicago White Sox earned praise this offseason for bold moves, from signing Japanese star Munetaka Murakami to trading All-Star Luis Robert Jr. Then the mood shifted.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 1

1 last-minute signing Athletics must make before spring training

The Athletics are coming off a 76-win season that featured an electric offense in 2025. Still calling a minor league park in Sacramento home, the A’s have to improve their pitching to make any run at the playoffs this season.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 1

Dodgers sign veteran pitcher to minor-league deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers have somehow gotten demonstrably better this offseason on the heels of their 2025 World Series championship win, adding star reliever Edwin Diaz and outfielder Kyle Tucker in free agency.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Draft Brent Rooker or Roman Anthony in 2026? Power Reliability vs Elite Prospect Explosion

Two star outfielders, two very different ages, two very different profiles. You’re on the clock and can’t decide if you want to select the 31-year-old A’s bopper or the 21-year-old phenom out of Boston.

Austin Hays News / New Baseball Media / February 1

2026 Transactions: White Sox Sign Hays, Extensions & Other Signings

We’ve now reached February, which means it won’t be long until the first spring games start. The last day of January saw movement, as former batting champion Luis Arraez agreed to join the Giants.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / January 31

How The Athletics Are Building A Very Exciting Young Core

The Athletics have been bad for a long time, but seem to be turning a corner with recent moves. Unlike many other small-market teams in the league, they’ve locked up much of their young talent, creating much-needed continuity on their roster.

Athletics News / EasySportz / February 1

2026 MLB Spring Training Power Rankings; Dodgers Dazzle

LOS ANGLES, Cali. – As spring training approaches, expectations across Major League Baseball are beginning to crystallize. World Series futures offer an early snapshot of how the league stacks up, blending recent performance, roster construction, and perceived upside heading into the 2026 season.