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Predicting the Best Player Each AL West Team Will Add for 2026

The American League West ran through Houston for the better part of a decade, but there was a new sheriff in 2025. Less than nine outs away from making the World Series, the Seattle Mariners felt all the emotions of the postseason.

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2025 Athletics Season In Review: Colby Thomas

Next up? Young outfielder Colby Thomas, who finally made his big league debut this past season. It was only a quick couple of months of getting to know the new guy but this right-handed bat could be a big piece of the next A’s playoff team.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 9

How Can the Athletics Improve Their Rotation?

For the first time in a few years, the Athletics generated some national buzz. Rookie Nick Kurtz had one of the most impressive rookie seasons, while the rest of the young Athletics offense continued to improve, showing the upside to be a formidable contender in the near future.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 9

No Noise, Big Problem? A's Lack of Rumors Raises Red Flags For Fans

The Athletics are grabbing all sorts of headlines these days, from Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson finishing first and second in the AL Rookie of the Year voting, to Denzel Clarke winning Catch of the Year, and the team saying they're on schedule to finish their Las Vegas ballpark in time for the beginning of the 2028 season.

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The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 8

Everything to Know For the A's Ahead of the Draft Lottery

Despite coming off a 76-86 season in 2025, the Athletics will actually have a pretty decent shot at selecting near the top of the first round yet again thanks to some quirks of the CBA.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Padres to keep Mason Miller in bullpen

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen says that the club is planning to keep Mason Miller, Adrián Morejón and David Morgan in the bullpen, per Alden González of ESPN.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 8

Former Toronto Blue Jays Infielder Signs with A's

The Athletics have been after some options on the infield, and on Monday they added some depth on a minor-league deal. According to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel, the A's have come to terms with former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Michael Stefanic.

Tommy Edman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Dodgers’ Tommy Edman updates fans on ankle surgery recovery timeline

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Tommy Edman was unable to recreate his heroic finish to 2024, positing a disappointing 2025 campaign that saw him endure more injury problems.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 7

A's Path Forward Begins at the Winter Meetings — Here's What They Need to Do

The Athletics are on the lookout for a couple of upgrades, and they should find at least one during the Winter Meetings this week. Following the Atlanta Braves claiming of right-hander Osvaldo Bido, the A's 40-man roster now sits at 39, leaving them a free spot to add one player in the Rule 5 Draft.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 7

Five Bold Predictions for the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings

Today, the baseball world converges on Orlando, Florida, where players, agents, managers, media, and most importantly, front office executives, all come together for the marquee event of the offseason.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 7

What if Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray Didn't Sign with the A's?

The A's front office has made some decisions that they would likely want to take back over the course of the past two decades, but that can be true of most people in charge for so long.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Athletics News / HITC / December 6

Racing Bulls tell Red Bull whether they’ll help Max Verstappen at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Max Verstappen only needs to finish 12 points ahead of Lando Norris to secure the 2025 F1 title, sparking debate over whether Racing Bulls will step in to assist him at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Luis Severino News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 6

The A's Luis Severino Conundrum

Since signing with the A's and being handed the largest contract in franchise history, Luis Severino has been a hot topic for the club. He was vocal about his issues with the minor-league ballpark in Sacramento at times last season, and some reported that the A's brass were not happy about that.

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The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 6

MLB’s New Age of Catchers Is Worth Being Excited About

2025 was a special season for catchers across Major League Baseball. It’s not just Cal Raleigh’s historic 60 home run season or Will Smith’s epic 11th inning home run to win Game 7 of the World Series for the Dodgers — the league is seeing a renaissance of young backstops like never seen in the 21st century.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6

A’s not inclined to move Luis Severino solely for salary relief

The Athletics made Luis Severino the highest-paid player in franchise history last winter. The first season of his three-year, $67M free agent contract was mixed at best.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 6

2025 Transactions: Bido, Criswell, Luciano, & Romo Claimed Off Waivers

With the Winter Meetings & 2025 Rule 5 Draft on the horizon, MLB teams are re-shuffling their 40-man rosters. On December 5, several teams placed successful waiver claims.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 5

Braves bolster roster with 2 new additions

How many times have fans or media members used the words “if only they stayed healthy” to describe the Atlanta Braves over the last couple of years? It is time to stop banking on good fortune.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

What do waiver claims Osvaldo Bido, Anthony Molina bring to the Braves?

The Atlanta Braves announced that they have claimed right-hander Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Athletics and fellow righty Anthony Molina off waivers from the Rockies.

The 25 greatest performances in the MLB All-Star Game

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Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Yankees Insider Provides Jazz Chisholm Contract News Before Winter Meetings

Longtime New York Yankees insider Bryan Hoch says the team appears “lukewarm” about extending All-Star second baseman Jazz Chisholm ahead of the 2026 season.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / December 4

Report: Ron Washington joining Giants' coaching staff

Veteran manager Ron Washington is finalizing a deal to join the San Francisco Giants as their infield coach, USA Today reported Thursday. Washington, 73, was the skipper for the Los Angeles Angels last season before stepping away on June 20 because of health issues.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Mets Linked to Potential Pitching Trade Following Devin Williams Signing

Only days after signing veteran closer Devin Williams, the New York Mets might not be done adding All-Stars to their pitching staff. MLB insider Jon Heyman reported Thursday, Dec.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / December 3

Reports: LHP Anthony Kay returning to MLB with White Sox

Left-hander Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox have reached agreement on a two-year, $12 million contract, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

Sonny Gray News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

Former Yankees star makes controversial comments after getting traded to Red Sox

Former New York Yankees pitcher Sonny Gray appears to be changing the narrative on his time in the Bronx. The Boston Red Sox landed Gray last week in a trade with the St.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Five Potential First-Time MLB All-Stars in 2026

Every MLB season brings surprises — breakout stars, late bloomers, and young players who finally put all the pieces together. While established names usually dominate All-Star voting, each year a handful of players force themselves into the national spotlight through performance alone.