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Stock Watch: Biggest Risers and Fallers in MLB to Start 2026

The beginning of the MLB season is always full of small-sample surprises. Some fizzle out, like the hot start of Yermin Mercedes. Others are early signs of breakouts for the game’s brightest young stars. It’s hard to know for sure whether these breakouts are made to stay, but at the very least, it’s a fun task to analyze.

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2026 Injury Report: Updates on Naylor, Stanton, Smith

The Mariners, Yankees, and Dodgers were without at least one notable player each on April 26. And in the Yankees’ case, a decision on Giancarlo Stanton is looming.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 26

MLB roundup: Chad Tracy wins managerial debut as Red Sox top O's

Willson Contreras hit a two-run home run and Connelly Early pitched into the seventh inning as the Boston Red Sox won in their first game after a surprising weekend managerial change, beating the host Baltimore Orioles 5-3.

Athletics News / Sport Relay / April 26

Athletics Squeak Past Rangers, Retake First in AL West

ARLINGTON, Texas (Apr 26) — Despite several scoring opportunities, the Texas Rangers fell short, 2–1, in their series finale against the Athletics Sunday afternoon.

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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?

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Nick Kurtz News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 26

The Texas Rangers Handed Nick Kurtz an A's Franchise Record

The Athletics ended up going 4-2 during their road trip against the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers, taking two of three from each AL West foe. Along the way, Nick Kurtz etched his name into A's history, setting the mark for most consecutive games drawing a walk at 16, and counting.

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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 / Athletics Nation / April 26

A’s Sneak Past Rangers

Last time the Athletics played the Texas Rangers, the teams split a four-game series in Sacramento. This time, the A’s emerged victorious in a best-of-three battle in Arlington.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 26

Carlos Cortes’ two-run triple lifts Athletics over Rangers

Carlos Cortes delivered a two-run triple in the first inning and the Athletics held on to beat the Texas Rangers 2-1 in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday in Arlington, Texas.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 26

Jose Tena's HR in 10th helps Nationals edge White Sox

Jose Tena hit a pinch-hit solo home run in the 10th inning after CJ Abrams provided a go-ahead sacrifice fly as the visiting Washington Nationals defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-1 on Sunday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 26

Athletics activate Brent Rooker, DFA INF Andy Ibanez

The Athletics activated two-time All-Star Brent Rooker from the 10-day injured list on Sunday and designated infielder Andy Ibanez for assignment. Rooker was sidelined with an oblique injury.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 26

A's Designate Andy Ibáñez For Assignment: Full Breakdown of the Roster Move

Ahead of Sunday's finale against the Texas Rangers, the Athletics announced that they had reinstated DH Brent Rooker from the injured list. To make room for him, they designated veteran utility man Andy Ibáñez for assignment.

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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.

Jack Flaherty News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26

Jack Flaherty’s Difficult Start

The Tigers brought back Jack Flaherty on a two-year, $35 million deal heading into last season after a resurgent 2024 campaign. The veteran righty wasn’t as effective in his second year with the club, but he maintained strong strikeout numbers while matching Tarik Skubal for the team lead in starts.

Brent Rooker News / Athlon Sports / April 26

Athletics Announce Brent Rooker News Before Rangers Game

The Athletics are set to finish their series against the Texas Rangers after splitting their first two games, dropping the opener and winning their second meeting on Saturday.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26

Athletics Designate Andy Ibanez For Assignment, Reinstate Brent Rooker

Outfielder Brent Rooker is back with the Athletics after missing a little over two weeks with an oblique strain. The club has designated infielder Andy Ibanez for assignment to clear a roster spot for Rooker, per a team announcement.

Brent Rooker News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 26

Brent Rooker's Return Could Bench the A's Hottest Hitter

Since Brent Rooker landed on the injured list (IL) on April 10, Carlos Cortes has been one of the A's most dangerous hitters, batting .333 with a 184 wRC+ (100 is league average) out of the DH spot, while adding four home runs and striking out just 6.7% of the time.

Athletics News / Total Pro Sports / April 25