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Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 5
2026 MLB All-Star Game Rosters: Biggest Snubs, Surprises And Full List Of Starters
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game rosters are officially here. As always, the biggest debate isn’t just about the stars heading to the Midsummer Classic—it’s about the players who were left behind.
Athletics News / NBC Sports / July 5
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / July 5
A’s Late Rally Falls Short as Marlins Complete the Sweep 
On a sunny Sunday in West Sacramento, the Athletics closed out their homestand with the finale of their series against the Miami Marlins. The Marlins completed the sweep with a 9-8 win over the A’s, staving off the hosts furious comeback after Miami pulled its starter, who was just six outs shy of a perfect game.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / CBSSports.com / July 5
Eury Pérez pulled from perfect game after seven innings vs. Athletics, Marlins bullpen immediately loses it
Miami reliever Lake Bachar gave up five runs, including a grand slam, in the eighth inning
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 5
Athletics Eye Major Starting Rotation Changes Amid Pitching Slump
The Athletics' starting rotation in general has not been very reliable, but this one pitcher has struggled consistently throughout his tenure. With the Athletics now 2-8 in their last 10 games, something needs to change, starting with the pitching staff.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 5
Why the Athletics’ Season Feels Like a Lost Cause in July
The Athletics have been awful in the last few series, going only 3-7. Keep in mind that the A's were in first place in the A.L West not too long ago. But recently, they have fallen to fourth in the division, with no signs of things changing .
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
MLB Announces 2026 All-Star Rosters
Major League Baseball announced the full All-Star rosters on Saturday, setting the stage for the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia. The starting
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 5
The Athletics and the Cost of a Bad Extension
“Here comes the runner Donaldson! He’s safe, he’s safe! The ball game is over! The Blue Jays are moving on to the ALCS!” That was the call of Brian Anderson to cap Game 3 of the 2016 ALDS matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Texas Rangers as the reigning AL MVP, Josh Donaldson, slid into home to advance the Jays to the pennant.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 5
Athletics Superstar Leaves Game Early and Could Miss Time
The A's have been getting killed with injuries over the last few weeks, and it has slowly been pushing them farther out of contention in the AL West division.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 5
Roster Injuries Clear the Path for a New Athletics Outfield Weapon
The A's have dealt with an insane amount of injuries in the month of June, and now it is starting to carry over into the month of July. It all started with Zack Gelof's injury, which placed him on the IL .
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Colson Montgomery News / Field Level Media / July 5
Colson Montgomery hasn't cooled off for White Sox, who go for split at Guardians
It has been quite a 12-month stretch for Colson Montgomery. The Chicago White Sox shortstop made his major league debut on July 4, 2025, and has impressed ever since.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 5
MLB roundup: Astros rally to snap Rays' 9-game winning streak
Yordan Alvarez capped a three-hit, six-RBI night with a walkoff two-run home run as the Houston Astros rallied from a five-run deficit to outslug the visiting Tampa Bay Rays 10-8 on Saturday.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 5
Sandy Alcantara, Otto Lopez lead Marlins past struggling A's
Otto Lopez celebrated being named to his first career All-Star Game by going 3-for-5 with a homer and three RBIs to help the Miami Marlins record a 7-2 victory over the Athletics on Saturday night at West Sacramento, Calif.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Who replaced Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as American League’s All-Star Game starter?
Athletics star slugger Nick Kurtz will start at first base for the American League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game after Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 5
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Ohtani, Fried, Trout
There were some injury updates on two 2026 All-Stars on the Fourth of July. Shohei Ohtani’s condition has improved one day after he was pulled from the Dodgers’ lineup mid-game.
Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4
Willson Contreras of Red Sox among most attention-grabbing All-Star snubs
It doesn’t take much to get Willson Contreras of the Boston Red Sox wound up. He is regularly emotional and fiery on the field, and he may reach a new level in either of the two weekend games the Sox have remaining with the Los Angeles Angels.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 4
2026 Transactions: Reds DFA Benson, Cubs Sign Woodford
There was some notable roster movement on the Fourth of July. The Cubs added another pitcher, as ex-Brewer Jake Woodford will now pitch for the team just down the I-41 in Wisconsin.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Nationals Claim Matt Krook, Designate Andre Granillo
The Nationals announced that left-hander Matt Krook has been claimed off waivers from the Athletics. To create roster space for Krook, the Nats designated right-hander Andre Granillo for assignment and optioned righty Zak Kent to Triple-A Rochester.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 4
Final 2026 All-Star Game Roster Predictions
With the complete All-Star rosters being revealed tonight at 7:30 pm, it’s time for me to submit my final predictions for who will be making the trip to Philadelphia.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 3
Marlins Make Roster Change Ahead of Athletics Series Opener
The Miami Marlins made a pitching change ahead of Friday night's series opener against the Athletics, recalling right-hander Will Kempner from Triple-A Jacksonville while optioning right-hander Ryan Gusto.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 3
It’s Time for the Rays To Make a Trade Deadline Splash
Nobody gave the Tampa Bay Rays a chance to compete in the vaunted American League East division entering this season. Coming off of a 77-85 finish in 2025, the Rays opted to sell off some key pieces this past offseason while the rest of the division brought in exciting talent.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Athletics’ Trade Deadline Outlook Comes Into Focus After Season-Ending News
The Athletics are 41-46 going into their three-game series against the Miami Marlins. Despite their losing record, though, they still have eyes on a potential postseason spot.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 1
Athletics get devastating news on Brent Rooker injury
The Athletics' playoff hopes took a major hit Wednesday after a player they expected to be a key contributor down the stretch was ruled out for the rest of the season.
Max Muncy News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Max Muncy reacts to playing against his doppelganger
Max Muncy of the Los Angeles Dodgers has officially played an MLB game against Max Muncy of the Athletics. Muncy, the Dodgers third baseman, spoke out Monday after taking the field against the Athletics opposite another player named Max Muncy, who plays the exact same position.
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