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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / January 1
Three Starting Pitchers for the A's to Target in Free Agency
At Tuesday's press conference to celebrate Tyler Soderstrom's extension in Las Vegas, A's GM David Forst revealed that the club hasn't been in talks with players in free agency that would have their contract extend into the club's time in Las Vegas, which is expected to be 2028.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 1
Each Team’s Free Agent Activity So Far
The New Year serves as a symbolic halfway point of the offseason. It has been just under two months since the Dodgers came back in Toronto to repeat as World Series champions.
Athletics News / Sport Relay / December 31
Biggest Winners of Free Agency So Far 
Free agency is an exciting time for Major League Baseball, as teams have the opportunity to improve their rosters and inspire hope in their fans. So far, numerous teams have significantly upgraded their batting orders, starting rotations, and bullpens.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Ryan Feltner News / Last Word On Sports / December 31
This Rockies Pitcher Is a Strong Bounce-Back Candidate
Right-Hander Ryan Feltner was labeled as a strong breakout candidate heading into the 2024 season. After an injury-riddled campaign, he has his eyes set on a strong rebound season.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 31
Athletics might not be done spending, could sign more young players to extensions ahead of Las Vegas move
The Athletics have actively locked in their core players, but they might not be done yet.
Gunnar Hoglund News / Athletics Nation / December 31
2025 Athletics Season In Review: Gunnar Hoglund
The A’s are desperate for starting pitching right now and they have plenty of arms that at one point were considered top prospects. None of them have panned out as hoped so far but there’s still plenty of time for most of them.
Tyler Soderstrom News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31
A’s GM hints at more contract extensions after Tyler Soderstrom deal
The “Las Vegas” Athletics recently extended outfielder Tyler Soderstrom to a deal worth up to $86 million on Christmas Day. There aren’t many better Christmas presents than that.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 31
A's Make Interesting Admission on Offseason Plans
While the A's were introducing Tyler Soderstrom at the press conference for his signing on Tuesday, the team's GM, David Forst, fielded a question about the team's pursuit of free agents this winter, and was asked if Las Vegas has been a "plus" in terms of selling free agents on playing for the A's.
Michael Kelly News / Athletics Nation / December 31
2025 Athletics Season In Review: Michael Kelly
Next up in our look back at the A’s players in 2025, we turn back to the bullpen, remembering our time with Michael Kelly. What role will he play in the A’s pen in 2026?
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 31
A’s Have “Ongoing Conversations” On More Potential Extensions
The Athletics announced their seven-year, $86MM extension with left fielder Tyler Soderstrom from their future home site in Las Vegas. That franchise-record deal followed last winter’s significant investments in DH Brent Rooker and outfielder Lawrence Butler.
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 / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 31
A's Add Former Houston Astros Reliever as Depth Piece
A's fans are still waiting for the club to make a splash on the pitching market, given that it's the team's biggest area of weakness following the 2025 season.
Athletics News / Stadium Rant / December 31
A Fresh Athletics Squad Could Surprise Everyone In 2026
The Athletics have always been a tricky group to pin down year-over-year. One year, they make a surprise appearance in the postseason, the next year, they are contenders but just miss out.
Tyler Soderstrom News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31
Tyler Soderstrom reveals eye-opening reality of Las Vegas’ potential impact on Athletics’ free agency
The athletics/athletics-news-as-tyler-soderstrom-agree-historic-86-million-contract-christmas">Athletics and Tyler Soderstrom recently agreed to a seven-year, $86 million contract — the largest guarantee in franchise history.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / December 31
World Baseball Classic: Team USA Roster News, Notes, and Analysis
The World Baseball Classic is right around the corner. On February 3, all 20 participating countries will submit their final 30-man rosters for the tournament, and the WBC itself will kick off just over a month later.
Tyler Soderstrom News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 30
Next move Athletics must make after historic Tyler Soderstrom $86 million contract extension
With a collection of young talent ready to make their mark on MLB, the Athletics seem to be a team on the rise. They ensured a key part of their future was locked up by signing left fielder Tyler Soderstrom to an $86 million contract.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 30
Could the A's and Chicago White Sox Strike a Deal For an Underrated Closer Option?
Earlier this offseason, we took a look at the types of pitchers the A's have added to serve as the club's closer over the past two decades, and there have been stretches of time, including with Mason Miller, that they have gone with a fairly inexperienced option, but one that provided upside.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 30
Looking back at Cubs’ biggest surprise of 2025
The Chicago Cubs came into 2025 with high expectations after a bold offseason that featured the blockbuster acquisition of Kyle Tucker and a front office commitment to breaking through in the National League Central.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / December 29
Reports: Dodgers trade OF Esteury Ruiz to Marlins
The Miami Marlins are acquiring outfielder Esteury Ruiz from the Los Angeles Dodgers, multiple reports said Monday night. The Dodgers will acquire 18-year-old pitching prospect Adriano Marrero from Miami in the deal, beisbolfr.com reported.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 29
Looking at Numbers From the 2025 Texas League
The 2025 Texas League season saw numerous prospects who excelled in Double-A and wound up making it to the Majors. And, several of those players were among the biggest statistical standouts from the 2025 Texas League.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 28
2025 Transactions: Reds Sign Bleday, Trade for Dane Myers From Miami
Cincinnati was one of the lone teams to make a move on December 27. The Reds made two outfield-related moves, as Cincinnati brought in former Athletics outfielder JJ Bleday.
J.J. Bleday News / Field Level Media / December 27
Reports: Reds reach deal with OF JJ Bleday
The Cincinnati Reds reached a one-year deal with outfielder JJ Bleday, multiple outlets reported on Saturday. MLB.com put the value of the one-year deal with the Reds at $1.4 million, plus incentives.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 25
Athletics continue to lock in core with an eye to Las Vegas
The Athletics gave their fans a surprise Christmas gift this year.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 25
LF Tyler Soderstrom agrees to record contract extension with Athletics
Soderstrom is now the third player on the Athletics roster to receive a contract extension.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
MLB player found out he was traded while playing golf
Trades in sports can happen anytime. And, for players who are involved in those trades, it can be an unexpected experience. On Monday, New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil was traded to the Athletics, and he even revealed that he was playing golf at TPC Monterey when he got numerous phone calls and text messages from GM David Stearns.
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