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Red Sox Add Bullpen Help, A's Secure Intriguing Infielder

During Wednesday's Rule 5 Draft in Orlando, the A's selected right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Watson from the San Francisco Giants. The 28-year-old spent his last two seasons with their Triple-A affiliate in Sacramento, which is also home to the A's.

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The Three Best Picks From the Rule 5 Draft

The Rule 5 draft is one of the most unique events in sports; It’s an opportunity to free career minor leaguers and grant them a fresh start with a new team.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

The A’s Offseason: Who They Could Add in Free Agency

As the offseason heats up, the Athletics continue their long-term rebuild, striking a balance between a young, promising core and the need for select veteran additions.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 10

A's Nab Right-Hander From Houston Astros in Rule 5 Draft

The Athletics were busy on Wednesday for the Rule 5 Draft, losing former first-round pick Daniel Susac, and then snagging right-hander Ryan Watson. Susac was taken by the Minnesota Twins, then traded to the San Francisco Giants, while Watson was selected from the Giants and then traded to the Boston Red Sox.

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10

Red Sox, Athletics agree to offseason trade

The Boston Red Sox and Oakland Athletics made one of the first notable MLB offseason trades, finalizing a deal that reflects both teams’ evolving roster strategies.

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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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / December 10

Rockies select Tigers RHP RJ Petit in Rule 5 Draft

Coming off a 119-loss season, the Colorado Rockies selected Detroit Tigers right-hander RJ Petit with the first pick of the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday. A total of 13 players were selected in the major league phase of the draft, including four players currently ranked among their organization's top-30 prospects by MLB.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 10

A's Lose Former First Rounder to Twins— Then Watch Him Get Flipped to the SF Giants

On Wednesday, the A's were able to land right-hander Ryan Watson with their first selection in the Rule 5 Draft. The 28-year-old has lots of experience pitching in Sutter Health Park, the A's home field, and home to the Giants' Triple-A affiliate.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 10

Recap & Analysis for Every 2025 Rule 5 Draft Pick

One of the hallmarks at the end of the annual Winter Meetings is the Rule 5 Draft. The 2025 version of the event took place on December 10, and pitching was on the menu for this one.

Ryan Watson News / Athletics Nation / December 10

Athletics select RHP Ryan Watson in Rule 5 Draft

The Major League Rule 5 Draft occurred this morning down in Florida and you already knew the A’s would make use of their selection. Picking at #8 overall,

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 10

A's Take Right-Hander From San Francisco Giants in Rule 5 Draft

The Athletics have added a big arm to their bullpen mix in the Rule 5 Draft, and as we mentioned could be a possibility, that arm came from the San Francisco Giants.

Henry Bolte News / Athletics Nation / December 10

Polarizing Prospects: #1, Henry Bolte

Every year there are prospects and players whose strengths and weaknesses polarize A’s fans in their evaluations. It could be called The Daric Barton Rift, as Barton was one of the first young players to polarize AN into a debate frenzy that lasted longer than Daric’s career (and much longer than his ill-fated dive into a pool).

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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.

Grant Holman News / Athletics Nation / December 10

2025 Athletics Season In Review: Grant Holman

We’re going back to the pitching staff with today’s Season In Review series, taking a look back at a high-ceiling bullpen arm that had a tough time during his rookie campaign.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 10

A's Set to Make History in 2026 MLB Draft

Following yet another disappointing draft lottery for the Athletics, we now know where the team will be slotted for the 2026 MLB Draft. Coming into the lottery with the fifth-best chances at the No.

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 9

Predicting the Best Player Each AL West Team Will Add for 2026

The American League West ran through Houston for the better part of a decade, but there was a new sheriff in 2025. Less than nine outs away from making the World Series, the Seattle Mariners felt all the emotions of the postseason.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 9

How Can the Athletics Improve Their Rotation?

For the first time in a few years, the Athletics generated some national buzz. Rookie Nick Kurtz had one of the most impressive rookie seasons, while the rest of the young Athletics offense continued to improve, showing the upside to be a formidable contender in the near future.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 9

No Noise, Big Problem? A's Lack of Rumors Raises Red Flags For Fans

The Athletics are grabbing all sorts of headlines these days, from Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson finishing first and second in the AL Rookie of the Year voting, to Denzel Clarke winning Catch of the Year, and the team saying they're on schedule to finish their Las Vegas ballpark in time for the beginning of the 2028 season.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Padres to keep Mason Miller in bullpen

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen says that the club is planning to keep Mason Miller, Adrián Morejón and David Morgan in the bullpen, per Alden González of ESPN.

Tommy Edman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Dodgers’ Tommy Edman updates fans on ankle surgery recovery timeline

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Tommy Edman was unable to recreate his heroic finish to 2024, positing a disappointing 2025 campaign that saw him endure more injury problems.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Sonny Gray’s agent responds to Brian Cashman accusing pitcher of ‘lying’ about Yankees

The Boston Red Sox traded for Sonny Gray from the St Louis Cardinals to start the offseason. That reignited a rivalry between Gray and the New York Yankees, dating back to his ill-fated run in pinstripes in 2017.

Athletics News / HITC / December 6

Racing Bulls tell Red Bull whether they’ll help Max Verstappen at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Max Verstappen only needs to finish 12 points ahead of Lando Norris to secure the 2025 F1 title, sparking debate over whether Racing Bulls will step in to assist him at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Luis Severino News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6

A’s not inclined to move Luis Severino solely for salary relief

The Athletics made Luis Severino the highest-paid player in franchise history last winter. The first season of his three-year, $67M free agent contract was mixed at best.

Ron Washington News / Field Level Media / December 4

Report: Ron Washington joining Giants' coaching staff

Veteran manager Ron Washington is finalizing a deal to join the San Francisco Giants as their infield coach, USA Today reported Thursday. Washington, 73, was the skipper for the Los Angeles Angels last season before stepping away on June 20 because of health issues.

Anthony Kay News / Field Level Media / December 3

Reports: LHP Anthony Kay returning to MLB with White Sox

Left-hander Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox have reached agreement on a two-year, $12 million contract, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

Sonny Gray News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

Former Yankees star makes controversial comments after getting traded to Red Sox

Former New York Yankees pitcher Sonny Gray appears to be changing the narrative on his time in the Bronx. The Boston Red Sox landed Gray last week in a trade with the St.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Five Potential First-Time MLB All-Stars in 2026

Every MLB season brings surprises — breakout stars, late bloomers, and young players who finally put all the pieces together. While established names usually dominate All-Star voting, each year a handful of players force themselves into the national spotlight through performance alone.