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St. Louis Cardinals Acquire Towering Pitcher in Sudden Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals have added a towering left-handed arm to their organization, acquiring Eduardo Rivera from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for 18-year-old right-hander Juan García.

Sonny Gray News / Athletics on SI / November 3

Why A's Bringing Back Sonny Gray Could Make Sense

The A's have a busy offseason ahead after missing the playoffs in a year when many expected them to finish atop the AL West. Since the club mutually parted ways with their GM, David Forst, they have brought in Taylor Smith to serve as their President of Baseball Operations for the upcoming offseason.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 2

Roundup: Braves pick up club options on Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies

Major League Baseball free agency is now underway, although likely labor strife ahead will create a complicated offseason. The current MLB collective bargaining agreement is set to expire on Dec.

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Zack Kelly News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Boston Red Sox Cut Ties With 5-Year Veteran Pitcher

The Boston Red Sox have designated right-handed reliever Zack Kelly for assignment, according to a report from MassLive’s Chris Cotillo that was later confirmed by additional sources.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Philadelphia Phillies Acquire 2 Veteran Infielders

The Philadelphia Phillies added a pair of right-handed-hitting infielders to their 40-man roster on Monday, claiming Brett Harris and Shay Whitcomb off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.

Athletics News / F1 Oversteer / November 3

Peter Bayer reminds Liam Lawson that Racing Bulls are supposed to be bringing ‘new drivers through’

Racing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer has delivered an ominous warning to Liam Lawson after seeing Nikola Tsolov in action in Mexico. The duo are fighting for a seat with the Faenza outfit in 2027.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / November 2

Four former skippers on HOF contemporary era ballot

Managers Dusty Baker, Bruce Bochy, Joe Maddon and Lou Piniella are among eight men on the ballot announced Monday for the Hall of Fame's contemporary era committee.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / November 1

Brewers Starter Linked to Angels, Athletics, Nationals After Milwaukee Exit

The Milwaukee Brewers pushed all of the right buttons throughout the 2026 Major League Baseball season, to say the least. Milwaukee racked up a franchise-best 103 wins in the regular season and followed up by going on to win the first World Series in franchise history.

Jeffrey Springs News / Athletics on SI / November 1

Why Athletics Should Consider Reuniting With Jeffrey Springs

The A's have made some decisions over the past few days that could completely change how the club approaches the remainder of the offseason. On Friday, the A's elected to decline the club options of Jeffrey Springs and Jeff McNeil.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Former New York Yankees Infielder Gets Dumped by Rays

The New York Yankees’ farm system has long produced versatile infielders who bounce around the majors, and one of its late-round products is back on the open market.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / October 31

Jazz Chisholm Jr., Brandon Lowe, and Luis Arraez Lead Loaded Second Base Market

Multiple noteworthy second basemen could be on different teams in the 2027 MLB season. This year's second base market features at least five multi-time All-Stars.

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Oliver Dunn News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Tampa Bay Rays Officially Release 29-Year-Old Infielder

Oliver Dunn has once again reached free agency after the Tampa Bay Rays removed him from their 40-man roster during the 2026 season. The left-handed hitting infielder has elected minor league free agency following an outright assignment to Triple-A Durham earlier in the fall, via MLB transaction records.

Luis Severino News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31

Luis Severino To Exercise Player Option, Remain With A’s

Athletics right-hander Luis Severino will exercise his $22MM player option and forgo a return to the open market, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez of Rompiendo Sports.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 31

McNeil & Springs Declined, Severino Exercises: What It Means for Athletics

Since the A's have been eliminated from playoff contention, fans have been waiting for the team to announce its club options before the start of free agency.

Ben Fritz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 30

Diamondbacks lands news bullpen coach from Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks are turning to a division rival to strengthen their pitching staff, reportedly bringing in San Diego Padres bullpen coach Ben Fritz as their next pitching coach.

Jeff McNeil News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 30

Ex-Mets star Jeff McNeil headed for free agency after Athletics decision

MLB free agency is right around the corner (November 2) now that the World Series is concluded. On Friday, the Athletics made an official decision regarding former New York Mets star Jeff McNeil, deciding his offseason fate.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Matthew Boyd, Carson Kelly Become Free Agents

Cubs lefty Matthew Boyd and catcher Carson Kelly are now free agents, the MLBPA announced Friday. Both players had mutual options — Boyd’s valued at $15MM and Kelly’s at $7.5MM.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 30

How a Weak Free Agent Market Can Impact Trades

All but one fan base has already turned its attention to reshaping its roster over the winter. For better or for worse, the offseason trade discussions and free agent signings are always conversations that every fan base wants to have, sharing their ideas on which players will surely take their team to the next level.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 30