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Philadelphia Phillies Acquire 2 Veteran Infielders

The Philadelphia Phillies added a pair of right-handed-hitting infielders to their 40-man roster on Monday, claiming Brett Harris and Shay Whitcomb off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 2

Four former skippers on HOF contemporary era ballot

Managers Dusty Baker, Bruce Bochy, Joe Maddon and Lou Piniella are among eight men on the ballot announced Monday for the Hall of Fame's contemporary era committee.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Luis Severino News / Athletics on SI / November 2

This World Series Starter Could Be Perfect Athletics Fit

One of the A's biggest needs heading into this offseason is establishing proven talent on their pitching staff. The A's will have one returning veteran in Luis Severino.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / November 2

'Miracle Mets' Legend Sadly Passes Away at 83 as Baseball Mourns a Champion

While serving in the US military back in 1964, Jerry Koosman complained to a dentist, a member of the Minnesota National Guard, about the lack of baseball at the station where he was deployed.

Austin Wells News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Yankees’ Latest Trade Rumor Dumps Austin Wells in 4-Player Deal

The New York Yankees enter this offseason with a familiar priority at catcher. Their lineup continues to lean left-handed, and the production behind the plate has lagged, even as the rest of the roster shows the pieces of a contender.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Former New York Yankees Infielder Gets Dumped by Rays

The New York Yankees’ farm system has long produced versatile infielders who bounce around the majors, and one of its late-round products is back on the open market.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / October 31

Jazz Chisholm Jr., Brandon Lowe, and Luis Arraez Lead Loaded Second Base Market

Multiple noteworthy second basemen could be on different teams in the 2027 MLB season. This year's second base market features at least five multi-time All-Stars.

Oliver Dunn News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Tampa Bay Rays Officially Release 29-Year-Old Infielder

Oliver Dunn has once again reached free agency after the Tampa Bay Rays removed him from their 40-man roster during the 2026 season. The left-handed hitting infielder has elected minor league free agency following an outright assignment to Triple-A Durham earlier in the fall, via MLB transaction records.

Luis Severino News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31

Luis Severino To Exercise Player Option, Remain With A’s

Athletics right-hander Luis Severino will exercise his $22MM player option and forgo a return to the open market, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez of Rompiendo Sports.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 31

McNeil & Springs Declined, Severino Exercises: What It Means for Athletics

Since the A's have been eliminated from playoff contention, fans have been waiting for the team to announce its club options before the start of free agency.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / October 31

Taylor Smith’s Improbable Quest: A Quality SP

You don’t want to trade from your talented core of position players. You only have so much money to throw around to free agents who don’t exactly list West Sacramento as their first choice.

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Carson Kelly News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Chicago Cubs Officially Part Ways With 11-Year MLB Veteran

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has declined his $7.5 million mutual option for the 2027 season, taking a $1.5 million buyout and becoming a free agent.

Ben Fritz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 30

Diamondbacks lands news bullpen coach from Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks are turning to a division rival to strengthen their pitching staff, reportedly bringing in San Diego Padres bullpen coach Ben Fritz as their next pitching coach.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Athletics Decline Club Options On Jeffrey Springs, Jeff McNeil

The Athletics announced that they have declined club options on left-hander Jeffrey Springs and infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil. Both players are now free agents.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Matthew Boyd, Carson Kelly Become Free Agents

Cubs lefty Matthew Boyd and catcher Carson Kelly are now free agents, the MLBPA announced Friday. Both players had mutual options — Boyd’s valued at $15MM and Kelly’s at $7.5MM.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 30

How a Weak Free Agent Market Can Impact Trades

All but one fan base has already turned its attention to reshaping its roster over the winter. For better or for worse, the offseason trade discussions and free agent signings are always conversations that every fan base wants to have, sharing their ideas on which players will surely take their team to the next level.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 30

Red Sox Finally Let Go of 29YO Star as They Make Their First Move in the Offseason

Nate Eaton, a 29-year-old outfielder and third baseman, batted .160 with one home run in 24 games, yet the Boston Red Sox moved him less than 24 hours after the World Series ended.

Michael King News / New Baseball Media / October 29

2026 Transactions: A’s Trade for Eaton, Boyd, King Among New Free Agents

The 2026 MLB season ended on October 28, meaning offseason business — at least for one month — can proceed. Several teams made their first moves on the 29th, as the Athletics acquired Nate Eaton.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / October 29

Report: Red Sox trade OF Nate Eaton to Athletics

The Boston Red Sox are trading outfielder Nate Eaton to the Athletics, USA Today reported on Thursday. In the first trade of the offseason, the Red Sox will receive minor league right-hander Jareth Rayo in exchange.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 29

Red Sox deal Nate Eaton to Athletics in 1st trade of offseason

The Boston Red Sox have made the first reported trade of the MLB offseason, sending outfielder Nate Eaton to the Athletics, according to MLB insider Bob Nightengale.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / October 29

5 Trades That Shaped the Brewers' 2026 World Series Championship Squad

The Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series championship, taking down the Tampa Bay Rays in five games. That completed one of the most dominant seasons by any team since the start of the Wild Card era in 1995.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 29

Free Agency Preview By Team: Contract Options, QO Decisions

The Milwaukee Brewers claimed their rightful place atop the mountain of Major League Baseball last night, winning their first World Series in franchise history.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 26

How Should the Yankees Build Their 2027 Roster?

The New York Yankees won 93 games, thrashed their hated rivals in Boston in the Wild Card Series, and sported one of the best rotations in their franchise’s history.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 26

Yankees Veteran Announces Retirement After a Decade in the MLB

The New York Yankees are searching for fresh arms to revive a bullpen that desperately needs reinforcements. But just when the Bronx Bombers could use a familiar, reliable hand, one of their former trusted relievers is making sure that reunion will never happen.