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On YouTubeAthletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 27
How AL teams have addressed their weakest positions of 2025
Let’s see what the American League’s 15 teams have done (so far) to address their least-productive positions from the 2024 campaign.
Tyler Soderstrom News / Athletics Nation / December 27
Soderstrom Extension Raises Question Around “Who’s Next?” 
It takes two to tango, so further contract extensions won’t take place unless there is desire amongst the remaining players the A’s might wish to extend.
J.J. Bleday News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 27
Reds DFAs ex-Cubs pitcher after JJ Bleday signing
The Cincinnati Reds finalized a corresponding roster move Saturday as part of their latest offseason addition, adjusting their 40-man roster to remain within league limits.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Keegan Thompson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 27
Reds Designate Keegan Thompson For Assignment
The Reds announced that right-hander Keegan Thompson has been designated for assignment. The move creates a 40-man roster spot for outfielder JJ Bleday, whose signing is now official.
Miguel Andujar News / Athletics Nation / December 27
2025 Athletics Season In Review: Miguel Andujar
Today’s Season In Review we take a final look back on a rental player that hit well for the Athletics when he was healthy enough to take the field. Former
J.J. Bleday News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 27
Reds Sign JJ Bleday
The Reds have signed outfielder JJ Bleday, according to FanSided’s Robert Murray. MLB.com’s Mark Sheldon adds that the contract is a one-year Major League contract, and that the signing will become official once Cincinnati makes another move to clear a spot on its full 40-man roster. Bleday is represented by Excel Sports Management.
Tyler Soderstrom News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 27
Following the Tyler Soderstrom Deal, Who Will the A's Extend Next?
Athletics general manager, David Forst, has made it very clear this offseason that the team will look to lock up its young stars as they prepare for their planned move to Las Vegas in 2028.
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 / MLB Trade Rumors / December 26
Athletics Open To Higher Payroll, Extension With GM
The Athletics were financially active last offseason, handing out considerable free-agent deals to Luis Severino and José Leclerc, while also inking Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler to extensions.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 26
Looking at the Numbers From the 2025 Midwest League
Our look through the 2025 Minor League year continues with the Midwest League. High-end prospects like Thomas White, Max Clark, Kevin McGonigle, and Kendall George all spent time in the circuit this past year.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 26
Underrated Starter Option for the A's to Consider After Awful Stint with D-Backs
Now that the A's have taken care of second base, and locked up left fielder Tyler Soderstrom long-term in the process, the front office is set to turn their attention to the starting rotation.
Athletics News / The Forkball / December 26
Tyler Soderstrom Signs Record-Breaking Extension With Athletics
The Athletics made a definitive statement about their future by committing long-term to one of baseball’s fastest-rising young hitters. After a breakout
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / December 26
MLB's Highest-Paid Starting Pitchers in 2026
It pays to be an ace of a starting rotation. Four of the 10 highest-paid players in the major leagues are starting pitchers. Zack Wheeler of the Philadelphia Phillies leads the pack and is expected to be the second-highest-paid player in 2026.
Tyler Soderstrom News / Just Baseball / December 26
The Active A’s: Tyler Soderstrom Earns Contract Extension
The Athletics gave their fans a present on Christmas Day, announcing a seven-year, $86 million extension with left fielder Tyler Soderstrom, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Jeff McNeil News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 26
Jeff McNeil on His Successful 2025 Campaign, and Playing in Sacramento
At his introductory press conference with the A's earlier this week, former New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil provided his thoughts on his former team's teardown this season, the A's young core, and a quick assessment of his 2025 campaign.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 26
2025 Transactions: Athletics Agree to Extend Tyler Soderstrom
Believe it or not, we did have a reported contract signing on Christmas Day. The Athletics have reportedly extended 1B/OF Tyler Soderstrom, giving the 24-year-old and breakout star from this past season a seven-year extension that’ll rank as the largest given out in franchise history.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 25
Marc Narducci: My Hall Of Fame Ballot
Marc Narducci spent 37 years covering all sports for The Philadelphia Inquirer before retiring in July 2021. He covered everything from high school sports to the Phillies winning the World Series and the Eagles winning the Super Bowl.
Tyler Soderstrom News / Field Level Media / December 25
Reports: A's sign LF/1B Tyler Soderstrom to 7-year extension
The Athletics have signed left fielder/first baseman Tyler Soderstrom to a seven-year, $86 million contract, according to reports by ESPN and MLB.com. The deal, reported on Thursday, is the most guaranteed money the organization has ever offered up in a contract in franchise history.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 25
Athletics continue to lock in core with an eye to Las Vegas
The Athletics gave their fans a surprise Christmas gift this year.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 25
LF Tyler Soderstrom agrees to record contract extension with Athletics
Soderstrom is now the third player on the Athletics roster to receive a contract extension.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
MLB player found out he was traded while playing golf
Trades in sports can happen anytime. And, for players who are involved in those trades, it can be an unexpected experience. On Monday, New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil was traded to the Athletics, and he even revealed that he was playing golf at TPC Monterey when he got numerous phone calls and text messages from GM David Stearns.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 23
Ketel Marte, Mets Rumors Heat Up After Latest Trade
The New York Mets are searching for a right-handed hitter, and Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte has emerged as a strong option. After the
Sean Newcomb News / Field Level Media / December 23
White Sox reach 1-year deal with LHP Sean Newcomb
The Chicago White Sox agreed to terms Tuesday with left-hander Sean Newcomb on a one-year, $4.5 million contract. Newcomb, 32, posted a 2-5 record with two saves and a 2.73 ERA in 48 games (five starts) last season split between the Boston Red Sox and Athletics.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 23
Athletics add another piece to impressive lineup with Jeff McNeil acquisition
The Athletics have quietly built an impressive lineup in Sacramento. They added another interesting piece to the puzzle on Monday.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 21
Top 10 Under-the-Radar Relievers Left in Free Agency
As this offseason has progressed, teams have been steadily upgrading their rosters every single day. Through all of these moves, the goal has been to refine the on-field product, slowly building towards competing in the near future.
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