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Astros Re-Sign Nelson Velázquez

The Astros re-signed outfielder Nelson Velázquez on a new major league deal, the team informed reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic). Infielder Ray Delgado was optioned back to Triple-A Sugar Land to open an MLB roster spot.

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Athletics Shut Down Leo De Vries In Unfortunate Injury Update

Last July, the Athletics made one of the most gutsy trades in franchise history, trading away elite closer Mason Miller to the San Diego Padres for four prospects.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 24

Seeking consistency, tumbling Twins take aim at A's

The Minnesota Twins' roller-coaster season took another sudden drop over the weekend, when they were swept in three games by the San Diego Padres. The Twins will look to elevate again when they begin a three-game series against the Athletics on Monday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 24

Previewing Probable Pitching Matchups For Athletics' Next Series vs. Twins

After an upset series win over the Astros, the Athletics now look to extend their momentum vs. the Twins. After losing the last series vs. the Twins 2-1 on July 24-26, the Athletics are looking to right their wrongs.

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How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 24

How Athletics' New-Look Outfield Showing Signs of Life

It has certainly been a rough season for the A's. They were expected to be playoff contenders for months until a bunch of injuries took them from the stand-alone leaders in the AL West all the way down to the bottom.

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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.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 24

NRFI, YRFI MLB Bets Today: Best First-Inning Predictions for Monday, Aug. 24

Philadelphia Phillies stud RHP Zack Wheeler continues his Comeback Player of the Year-esque campaign. He and RHP Logan Gilbert for the Seattle Mariners have the arsenal to keep the first inning quiet.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 24

Athletics Take Series: Takeaways From Monster Comeback Win vs. Astros

After getting shut out in Game 1, the Athletics have not looked back. At one point during the series finale, the Athletics would fall behind 6-0, with not much hope left.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 24

MLB roundup: Ian Happ, Pedro Ramirez slam Cubs past Mariners

Ian Happ and Pedro Ramirez hit grand slams as the Chicago Cubs poured it on late in a 19-2 shellacking of the host Seattle Mariners Sunday afternoon. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Conforto also homered and right-hander Aaron Civale (6-7) pitched four innings of scoreless relief as the Cubs snapped a three-game losing streak.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Astros’ Christian Walker calls out team after brutal meltdown vs. Athletics

The Houston Astros suffered one of their most damaging losses of the season Sunday, surrendering a six-run advantage before falling 7-6 to the Athletics at Daikin Park.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 23

Athletics stage 7-run rally to sting Astros in rubber match

Max Muncy slugged a tie-breaking home run with two outs in the top of the seventh inning and the visiting Athletics rallied from a six-run deficit to claim the rubber match of a three-game series with the Houston Astros 7-6 on Sunday.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Astros star Jose Altuve home run was literally first of its kind in his career

The Houston Astros are currently in first place in the AL West, but the margin of error in the division is small. A week ago, the Astros also got a scare when Jose Altuve was injured.

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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.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Red Sox Get Curtis Mead Update Ahead of Giants Series Finale

The Boston Red Sox are set to learn more about Curtis Mead’s recovery as the infielder approaches a scheduled follow-up scan for his fractured left wrist.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 22

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Guerrero Jr., Woo, Dobbins

After a one-week stay on the IL, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. appears to be ready to return. The Blue Jays first baseman, after one rehab game, is likely to return to action against the New York Yankees this coming weekend.

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Athletics News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Athletics Acquire Intriguing Power Hitter in Post-Deadline Move

The Athletics added organizational outfield depth Thursday by claiming 26-year-old Johnathan Rodríguez off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and optioning him to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 21

2026 Transactions: Athletics Claim Rodriguez, Orioles DFA Suarez

Former Cleveland outfielder Johnathan Rodriguez found yet another home on August 21, as the power-hitting outfielder was claimed by the Athletics. As for his old team, the Orioles, Baltimore designated pitcher Albert Suarez for assignment.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Athletics provide exciting update on Las Vegas stadium

The Athletics are currently playing in Sacramento, California while the franchise awaits the building of its new stadium in Las Vegas. While the club is not going to make the official move to Nevada until the 2028 season, the organization shared an update on the progress being made on the new stadium.

Jacob Wilson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Jacob Wilson Likely Done For Season

The Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is headed back to the injured list and is probably done for the year, reports Martín Gallegos of MLB.com. Wilson has been dealing with left shoulder issues this year and is headed to Sacramento to see a doctor.