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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 15
3 Athletics Keys in Potential Series Decider vs. Rangers
The Athletics would pummel the Rangers on Friday, winning 8-3. While a win against a divisional opponent is nice, what comes next matters much more. With two games still left in the series, anything can happen for a team as inconsistent as the Athletics.
Jeff McNeil News / Athletics on SI / August 15
Why Athletics Need To Keep Jeff McNeil Next Season
The A's season feels out of reach at this point, which is really tough considering many believed they would make a push to win the American League West.
Drew Rom News / Athletics on SI / August 15
Athletics Snap Cold Streak: Takeaways From Statement Win Over Rangers
The Athletics needed a win. With a terrible series vs. the Rays in the rearview, the Athletics need to figure out how to turn things around against the Rangers.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 15
MLB roundup: Christian Walker, Astros stun M's with 10th-inning rally
Christian Walker blasted a three-run, walk-off homer as the Houston Astros answered a three-run rally by the visiting Seattle Mariners in the top of the 10th with a five-run bottom half en route to a wild 10-7 victory on Friday.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Jeff McNeil News / Field Level Media / August 15
Jeff McNeil collects 4 hits, 3 RBIs as A's pull away from Rangers
Jeff McNeil had a season-high four hits and three RBIs, including a tiebreaking homer, as the Athletics notched an 8-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Friday in West Sacramento, Calif.
Jacob Wilson News / Field Level Media / August 14
Athletics' Jacob Wilson (bruised hand) exits after getting hit by pitch
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson exited the Friday game against the Texas Rangers in Sacramento, Calif., in the bottom of the second inning with a bruised left hand.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14
Rangers Designate Luis Curvelo For Assignment
The Rangers announced a few roster moves before tonight’s series opener against the A’s. Texas selected left-hander Marco Gonzales back onto the MLB roster and recalled infielder Cody Freeman from Triple-A Round Rock.
Justin Sterner News / Field Level Media / August 14
Athletics reliever Justin Sterner (knee) undergoes season-ending surgery
Athletics right-handed reliever Justin Sterner is done for the season after undergoing surgery on his right knee. Sterner, 29, underwent the operation on Thursday in Los Angeles.
Justin Sterner News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14
Athletics pitcher Justin Sterner undergoes season-ending surgery
The Athletics announced that right-hander Justin Sterner has undergone right knee surgery, specifically a chondroplasty of the medial femoral condyle. Sterner will start his rehabilitation work but won’t return during the remainder of the 2026 season.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Chris Bassitt News / Field Level Media / August 14
Orioles activate RHP Chris Bassitt from IL to face Rays
The Baltimore Orioles reinstated right-hander Chris Bassitt to the active roster and the veteran will start Friday's road game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14
Top Prospects To Watch At Rookie Cutoff
Since the implementation of the 2022 collective bargaining agreement, the middle of August has been a common time for top prospects to make their debuts.
Athletics News / Lindy's Sports / August 14
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Add Top NL Prospect, New Closers
Fantasy baseball players can still find plenty of possible gems on their league’s free-agency list. The MLB waiver wire shouldn’t be ignored, though many fantasy managers’ minds might be on their league’s upcoming trade deadline.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 14
Rangers seek to halt slide at expense of reeling A's
The Texas Rangers don't have much time to put an ugly series against the Los Angeles Angels behind them, but manager Skip Schumaker vowed there will be changes entering Friday's opener against the Athletics at West Sacramento, Calif.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 14
This Athletics Future Star Could Earn Promotion Soon
Injuries have rattled the A's season, and as a result, many younger players have gotten opportunities to play at the big league level. Henry Bolte was able to make his big-league debut early in the season, which was super unexpected considering the fact that the team had lots of depth in their outfield heading into this year.
Athletics News / Viral Sports News / August 13
Athletics Acquire 20-Year-Old Pitcher With Best Name Ever
The Athletics dipped into the international pool to add an intriguing player with an amazing, unique name this week, as they signed 20-year-old right-handed pitcher Flasherming Ernesto out of La Romana in the Dominican Republic, per MLB insider Francys Romero.
Athletics News / EssentiallySports / August 13
$70M Athletics Pro Keeps His Incredible 113-Game Errorless Streak Alive After Latest Ruling
Athletics’ shortstop Jacob Wilson has not recorded an error at the position since July 6, 2025. On Tuesday, that record was at stake against the Tampa Bay Rays after a throw to second base went wild.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 13
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Adames, Crochet, Whitlock
In what’s been a tough season for the Giants, another notable injury was made public on August 12. This one involved Willy Adames, who was pulled thanks to a back issue.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 12
Athletics Lose Player to Injury After 2 Straight Losses
The Athletics were forced to make multiple pitching changes after dropping back-to-back games to the Tampa Bay Rays, placing left-hander José Suarez on the 15-day injured list with a right hip strain.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / August 12
Almost Everything Has Gone Wrong for the Athletics
A 16-10 month of April looked like a sign of the much-anticipated next step forward for the Athletics. A young team with a stacked lineup and questionable pitching was a trendy pick by many to make some noise and build on last season’s 76-win total.
Nick Kurtz News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12
Athletics get rough news on All-Star slugger Nick Kurtz
Athletics fans may have seen the last of Big Amish this season. 2026 All-Star Nick Kurtz has missed the Athletics’ last 10 games with a lingering thumb injury.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 12
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Altuve, Kurtz, Greene
Several players were pulled early on August 11, one of whom was Jose Altuve. And speaking of another AL West club, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz may not come back for the club this season.
Shane McClanahan News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Rays Receive Promising Shane McClanahan Development Amid Athletics Series
Despite a plethora of pitching injuries, the Tampa Bay Rays continue to roll coming out of the Trade Deadline. The team is currently riding a seven-game win streak going into their series against the Athletics.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / August 11
This Newly Acquired Giants Prospect Could Be the Most Underrated Deadline Pickup
Ahead of the 2026 trade deadline, teams around the league had some difficult choices to make. For those in the race, they were expected to go out and buy themselves some weapons on the market who could help them down the stretch.
Athletics News / Trade Talk Sports / August 10
Red Sox Pursued a Plethora of Big Names Before the Trade Deadline
The Boston Red Sox made one of the biggest moves at this year’s MLB trade deadline, acquiring Adley Rutschman for a haul of three top prospects, Carlos Narvaez and a player to be named later.
David Forst News / Yardbarker / August 7
A's part ways with longtime GM David Forst ahead of Las Vegas move
The Athletics and general manager David Forst mutually agreed to part ways on Friday, ending what has been a nearly 30-year relationship between him and the team.
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