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Mariners call up Will Wilson to face Athletics, not Cole Emerson

Seattle Mariners fans hoping for the beginning of the Cole Emerson era will have to wait. With third baseman Brendan Donovan placed on the injured list Monday with a left groin strain, many in Seattle hoped it would be Emerson who got the call when the Mariners opened a three-game series at home against the Athletics.

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Butler's Candid Quote Highlights Growing A's-Mariners Tension

Last season, the A’s-Mariners series carried real weight, with each matchup shaping the direction of both clubs. The A’s were still an emerging team trying to prove they could compete with a Seattle squad that had dominated the head-to-head matchup from 2021 through 2024, going 17–47 over that stretch.

Athletics News / HITC / April 21

Christian Horner hit back at Red Bull with Mike Krack comment when they tried to change his role

Christian Horner was sacked in July 2025 after losing the faith of Red Bull’s ownership, but journalist Nate Saunders says he didn’t want to be sidelined like Mike Krack before the decision was made.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 21

MLB roundup: Leody Taveras' 12th-inning slam sends O's past Royals

Leody Taveras' grand slam highlighted a five-run 12th inning, after Samuel Basallo forced extras with a two-out RBI single in the ninth, and the Baltimore Orioles handed the host Kansas City Royals an eighth straight loss, 7-5 on Monday.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 21

A's Capitalize on Key Moments to Take Game One Over Mariners

The A's are enjoying their time atop the AL West, and with Monday's win over the Seattle Mariners, they now have a half-game lead over the Texas Rangers, allowing them to stretch out just a touch.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 21

Mid-game homer barrage sparks Athletics' rally vs. Mariners

Carlos Cortes, Nick Kurtz and Shea Langeliers hit solo homers as the Athletics rallied from an early deficit by scoring six consecutive runs in a 6-4 victory against the host Seattle Mariners on Monday.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 21

2026 Transactions: Rays Select Martin, Dodgers Bring Up Eder

Before the Rays started their three-game series with the Reds on April 20, Tampa Bay added Trevor Martin from the Minors. Martin was one of several notable players promoted to the Majors on the 20th.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 20

A's Finally Addressing an Area of Need With Latest Roster Move

On Sunday, A's manager Mark Kotsay was talking about the team's bullpen usage heading into this week's series with the Seattle Mariners—one which could have season-long implications against the favorites to win the division.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 20

A’s roster moves: Basso recalled, Barnett optioned

The A’s announced a small roster move on Monday morning hours before their series with Seattle kicks off. The team is bringing up left-hander Brady Basso

Lawrence Butler News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 20

Lawrence Butler's Rough Start Comes With a Big Asterisk

The start of this season has been lackluster for Lawrence Butler. The results at the plate have not been there since the end of the 2024 campaign, though Butler did play through a partial tear in his right patellar tendon during the second half of last season.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 20

The One Stat That Makes the Mariners Dangerous Against the A's

WEST SACRAMENTO -- The Seattle Mariners haven't hit much to start the season, batting just .216 as a team, but they've still found ways to create offense.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Munetaka Murakami News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 20

White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami joins club with 1 player since 1900 after mashing another HR

Chicago White Sox rookie designated hitter Munetaka Murakami went deep once again in Sunday’s 7-4 victory over the Athletics to conclude the three-game series.

Rob Refsnyder News / Field Level Media / April 20

Rob Refsnyder 'calming veteran presence' as Mariners face A's

Even veteran major leaguers want to make a good first impression. But Rob Refsnyder had plenty on his mind this spring. After going hitless in his first

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Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 20

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Carroll, Rooker, Soto

It’s been a tough slog for Corbin Carroll in 2026, who’s been great on the field but has had to deal with injuries. He added another one to the list on April 19, as Carroll had to exit the game against the Blue Jays thanks to a back injury.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 19

MLB roundup: Cubs rally late, walk off in 10 as Mets' skid hits 11

Nico Hoerner lofted a walk-off sacrifice fly in the 10th inning for the host Chicago Cubs, who completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 2-1 win on Sunday afternoon.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 19

Do-Overs For (Almost) Everyone In The AL West

Have regrets? That roster you meant to construct carefully but finished the job while on far too many weed gummis? Did you fritter away a couple games you know you would have won if you had it to play again today?

Noah Schultz News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 19

Noah Schultz Flips the Script in Sharp Second Start for White Sox

Chicago White Sox left-handed pitching prospect Noah Schultz rebounded from a rocky big league debut by turning in a stellar outing in his second MLB start.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 19

White Sox power way past Athletics to take series

The Chicago White Sox smashed four home runs, giving Noah Schultz plenty of cushion to earn his first career win as they claimed the rubber match against the Athletics, 7-4, on Sunday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / April 19

A’s drop series to White Sox

The Chicago White Sox once again wasted no time getting on the board. First batter of the game, Chase Meidroth singled to left field. Jeffrey Springs walked Miguel Vegas and while he did K the great Munetaka Murakami, a single to Everson Pereira and an Edgar Quero sac fly made it 1-0 Southsiders.