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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 20
Why the A’s Are Watching This Phillies Roster Decision Closely
It is no secret that the A’s are in need of a more-productive third basemen. Names like Alex Bregman and Eugenio Suárez highlight the power-hitting stars at the hot corner, but Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies could be the answer for the A’s going into the 2026 season.
The greatest World Series home runs of all time
Going deep in the World Series is alone an impressive accomplishment, even for the biggest legends in the game. That said, some home runs in the Fall Classic are more memorable than others.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 20
Watch the A's Payroll Closely
A's GM David Forst said earlier this month that he expects the A's payroll to go up again this winter, though he and owner John Fisher would be continuing those conversations over the coming months.
The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in one postseason game can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 20
Why the A’s Should Gamble on This Former Royals First-Round Pick This Offseason
The Athletics will be after upgrades at a couple of key spots this offseason, but their main focus will presumably be acquiring pitching. While they have a number of young arms with which to choose from, many of them are inexperienced and haven't gone through a full big-league season.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Athletics News / Daily Faceoff / October 20
NHL power rankings: MacKinnon already in Hart Trophy form as Avalanche take top spot
Week 2 has come and gone, but we still aren’t any closer to figuring out most teams to start the season. While some teams like the Avalanche, Hurricanes and Sharks are performing as expected, the Red Wings and Kraken have gotten off to surprising starts, while the Lightning and Senators have disappointed thus far.
The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes
World Series stars — or heroes — come in all shapes, sizes and with various levels of experience. Pitchers, catchers, light-hitting infielders — doesn't matter.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
Looking for a match in a Sonny Gray trade
The St. Louis Cardinals are entering what could be a multi-year rebuilding period where they focus more on strengthening their farm system and player development apparatus than winning games at the major league level.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 18
What Would it Take for the A's to Land Freddy Peralta From the Brewers?
Less than 24 hours after the Milwaukee Brewers were eliminated from the postseason by the LA Dodgers, there is a report from Andy McCullough of The Athletic that the Brew Crew may be willing to listen to offers on their ace, Freddy Peralta.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 18
A’s Pursuit of Lefty Help Points to Possible Marlins Swap
The A's need to add more options to their bullpen ahead of the 2026 season—particularly left-handed options—and the Miami Marlins have a southpaw that could serve as an interesting pickup for the Green and Gold.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 17
Could the A’s Turn a Former First-Round Pick Into a Trade Asset This Winter?
The Athletics season is over, but the work of constructing a roster for next season is well underway. While most players haven't officially reached free agency—that happens in the days following the World Series—the work on potential trades, minor-league signings, and free agents is in motion.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 17
Former A’s Pitcher a Smart Yankees Target Amid Injury News
At the New York Yankees postmortem press conference, manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman detailed the injuries facing the club heading into the offseason, and likely past Opening Day in 2026.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 16
Proposed Design Twist Revealed for A’s Las Vegas Ballpark
There have been plenty of pitches made by the Athletics baseball team for what could ultimately end up going in the ballpark in Las Vegas when it's scheduled to open in 2028.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 16
Banana Ball is Headed to Sacramento, Las Vegas and Midland in 2026
Banana Ball will be heading to Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento for the third time, when the Party Animals take on the Texas Tailgaters in March of 2026.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 16
The A’s Gold Glove Finalist Literally Came Out of Left Field
The average baseball fan does not know much about the Athletics. Not only are they never on national television, but their debacle of moving cities, playing in a minor league stadium, and rarely making needle-moving signings hardly demands a whole lot of attention.
Garrett Crochet News / Last Word On Sports / October 15
Behind Crochet: Red Sox Hunt for Rotation’s Key Piece in 2026
Garrett Crochet stands tall as the ace of the Boston Red Sox. But finding a reliable No. 2 starter for 2026 feels like chasing a ghost. Sure, there is plenty of pitching depth, but a lack of experience scars the in-house talent to back up Lou Merloni’s “Pig.” Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow stares down tough calls this winter.
Max Muncy News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Dodgers Make Historic Max Muncy Announcement After Win Against Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers took two key games on the road against the Milwaukee Brewers to open the NLCS. Now just two wins away from reaching the World Series for the fifth time in the last nine seasons, Los Angeles continues to build a dynasty.
Mason Barnett News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 15
Early Red Flag For A's Rookie Mason Barnett?
When the Athletics acquired starting pitcher Mason Barnett from the Kansas City Royals in the Lucas Erceg deal at the 2024 Trade Deadline, he went on to show off for the rest of the season in Double-A Midland.
Matt Olson News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Braves React to Matt Olson News After Missing MLB Playoffs
The Atlanta Braves missed out on the MLB playoffs for the first time since 2017 this year. Despite the team’s underperformance, first baseman Matt Olson continued to impress in his fourth season with the Braves.
Athletics News / F1 on SI / October 15
Racing Bulls To Run Striking Tortoise Color Scheme At COTA
Racing Bulls has unveiled a striking 'tortoise' livery for the United States Grand Prix weekend. Formula 1 will kick off its final quarter of the season at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, with a sprint weekend format, meaning teams and drivers get just one practice session before the competitive action begins.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / October 15
Harper, Seager, PCA Among 2025 Gold Glove Finalists
Finalists for the 2025 American League and National League Gold Glove Awards were announced on October 15. Teams that were and are active in the postseason were well-represented on the finalists’ lists.
Hunter Greene News / Just Baseball / October 13
Trading Hunter Greene Would be a Massive Mistake and the Final Straw for Fans
Small market teams thrive if they are able to do two things well: Hit on their “rebuild” trades, and not miss on their contract extensions. When the margins — and money — are thin, any mistake in either direction can quickly derail what a team is building, and perhaps send the team spiraling back to starting the entire process over.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 10
Previewing the 2025-26 free-agent class: Third base
A number of teams (and their fan bases) have already turned their attention towards the offseason. Identifying free agent targets is a big part of that prep work, so it’s worth taking a look at the players who’ll be available at each position.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / October 10
Three areas for the Athletics to focus on during offseason
Let's take a look at three areas for the A's to focus on during the 2025-26 offseason.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 8
MLB’s Top 10 Breakout Position Players of 2025
Every MLB season brings a wave of new talent into the league, and 2025 was no different. Across the league, we saw young stars take massive steps forward and veterans reinvent their games.
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