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On YouTubeAthletics News / Yardbarker / May 1
Athletics emerging as surprise contenders amid strong start to season
Don't look now, but the Athletics are first in the AL West.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / May 1
Athletics have found their closer amid surprising season
The Athletics entered the 2026 season without a specific closer.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 1
Nobody Expected the A's Pitching Staff to Carry April — But They're Leading the AL West
When the season began, it wasn't crazy to think that the A's could be leading the AL West after the first month of the season, holding a 17-14 record.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Tyler Soderstrom News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 1
A's Lineup vs. Guardians: Tyler Soderstrom Makes Return
The A's are starting this series against the Cleveland Guardians in first place in the AL West, which isn't necessarily a surprise in itself, but it's how they've gotten there that has drawn attention.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Fantasy Baseball 2026: Deep League Waiver Wire for May 4-10
If you're in a Deep League, here's a closer look at some must-add waiver wire targets. These players are available in 20-50% of Deep Leagues. Josh Jung, 3B (TEX) (50%) — It’s amazing that Jung isn’t more widely owned.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 1
A's vs. Guardians Preview: Probables, Matchups and X-Factors
The Athletics are set to continue their homestand with a series against the Cleveland Guardians which will begin on Friday night and run through the weekend.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Fantasy Baseball 2026: Players to Buy, Sell and Hold This Week
The ability to decide which fantasy baseball players to buy, sell, or hold is essential for fantasy baseball managers looking to make smart trades and manage waiver wire moves effectively.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1
Athletics’ Nick Kurtz makes completely honest Barry Bonds admission amid walk streak
The Athletics contain one of the game’s best young power hitters by the name of Nick Kurtz. Kurtz broke onto the scene last year when he smashed 36 home runs and 86 RBIs on his way to winning AL Rookie of the Year.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 1
Kuhnel, Perkins, and a Deadline Move? A's Bullpen Future Is Brighter Than You Think
Last summer the A's dealt their generational closer, Mason Miller, to the San Diego Padres in exchange for a package centered around top prospect Leo De Vries.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / May 1
MLB Power Rankings: First Update of the 2026 Season
The first month of the 2026 MLB season is officially in the books, and it brought us plenty of surprises. Preseason favorites like the New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, and the Boston Red Sox have all stumbled out of the gates, leading to two managerial changes before the month of May.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / May 1
Three Things To Watch For The Athletics In May 
The Athletics are out to a better-than-expected start as they sit atop the division with a 17-14 record and a one-and-a-half game lead over the Seattle Mariners.
Nick Kurtz News / Field Level Media / May 1
Guardians look to handle Nick Kurtz, A's in series opener
Two teams that finished April with at least a share of the lead in their respective American League divisions go head-to-head to begin May when the Cleveland Guardians face the Athletics on Friday night in West Sacramento, Calif.
Joel Payamps News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Braves Designate José Suarez, Joel Payamps For Assignment
The Braves have designated relievers José Suarez and Joel Payamps for assignment, per a club announcement. Right-hander Hunter Stratton has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett, and fellow righty Anthony Molina has had his contract selected from Gwinnett as well.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 1
A's Enter May in First Place in the AL West — Here's How They Got There
When the season began, it wasn't crazy to think that the A's could be leading the AL West after the first month of the season, holding a 17-14 record.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 1
MLB roundup: Phillies sweep DH vs. Giants with pair of walk-offs
Bryson Stott delivered a game-tying triple in the ninth inning and scored on Justin Crawford's infield single as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to nip the visiting San Francisco Giants 3-2 in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / May 1
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Robert Jr., Rodon, Woodruff
Luis Robert Jr. and Brandon Woodruff are two players who have been hampered by injuries over the years. And that story continued to play out on the final day of April 2026.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 30
Jeffrey Springs Exits Early, Expected to Make Next Start Despite Injury Concern
Jeffrey Springs was on a roll to begin the season, holding a 1.46 ERA through his first four starts of 2026. In his last three starts he totaled just 14 innings and posted an 8.36 ERA in that span.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30
Athletics’ Nick Kurtz ties Ted Williams’ unreal streak in 1941
Nick Kurtz enjoyed a huge rookie season with the Athletics in 2025. He hit .290/.383/.619 across 117 games played en route to winning the American League Rookie of the Year.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 30
A's use timely hits, stellar bullpen to claim series win vs. Royals
Nick Kurtz highlighted a four-run second inning with a two-RBI double, four relievers combined for six strong innings and the Athletics finished off a series win over the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 6-3 victory on Thursday afternoon in Sacramento.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 1
Five MLB players who may need a change of scenery
Sometimes, for whatever reason, a player does not work out on a particular team or in a particular city. Here are five players who may benefit from moving on.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / April 30
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Crochet, Kikuchi, Nimmo
Much like on the 28th, April 29 was another exhausting day on the injury front. Yusei Kikuchi and Brandon Nimmo both left their respective games due to injuries, while Garrett Crochet is now on the IL.
Randal Grichuk News / Fastball on SI / April 29
Top 3 External Fits for Randal Grichuk After Yankees DFA
The New York Yankees are off to an excellent start this season, but Randal Grichuk, who found himself on the waiver wire on Wednesday, is not. Prior to
Max Muncy News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 28
A’s Place Max Muncy On Injured List Due To Broken Finger
4:05pm: Muncy did indeed suffer his injury against the Rangers on April 13 and tried to play through it, per Martín Gallegos of MLB.com. 4:00pm: The Athletics placed infielder Max Muncy on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured fifth metacarpal in his left hand, per a team announcement.
Carlos Cortes News / Just Baseball / April 28
Carlos Cortes Is Becoming Too Good To Ignore
Over the past two years, the Athletics have prioritized signing their core players to extensions, keeping them with the team for the foreseeable future.
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