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Lawrence Butler is Finally Playing His Best Baseball

Entering Thursday, the Athletics own a disappointing 53-81 record. It is only a matter of time before they are eliminated from playoff contention. However, Lawrence Butler is giving the A’s something to be excited about down the stretch.

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Athletics Clone Wins: Takeaways From Series Finale Against Twins

With Wednesday's win, the Athletics have now put together back-to-back series wins. Something must be in the air in Sacramento. Even though the Athletics are still very much in the red, there has been a noticeable jolt of life not only in the lineup but also in both the starting rotation and the bullpen.

Chris Roycroft News / Athletics on SI / August 27

How Chris Roycroft Addition Changes Athletics' Bullpen

The A's have been struggling this season, primarily due to the lack of talent in their pitching staff. It's unfortunate to think about, given that the team has a lot going for them.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 27

Why Athletics' Bullpen Will Spearhead Late-Season Resurgence

The Athletics bullpen has been lackluster this season. This year, the Athletics bullpen has pitched 507.1 innings while posting a league-worst 5.64 ERA.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 27

MLB roundup: Reds score 7 in ninth to stun Giants, avoid sweep

Hector Rodriguez blasted a home run into the San Francisco Bay and Eugenio Suarez later followed with a grand slam as part of a seven-run ninth inning and the Cincinnati Reds stunned the host Giants 10-9 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 26

Athletics rally from early deficit to beat Twins, take series

Lawrence Butler hit a solo homer and Alika Williams tripled home two runs during a four-run sixth inning as the Athletics rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-4 in the decisive game of a three-game series on Wednesday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 26

A’s Take Series With Finale Win Over Twins 7-4

The A’s take the series! A victory in the series finale behind a strong all-around performance and the Athletics have won two of three against the Minnesota Twins, who need every single win they can get during their final push for October baseball.

Athletics News / Lindy's Sports / August 26

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Sneaky Pickups While Everyone's Drafting Football

The NFL kicks off in two weeks, but fantasy baseball playoffs are starting or approaching. If you’re in the hunt for your title, you still have time to make impact claims.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 26

2026 Transactions: Nationals Promote Perales, Yankees Sign Fulmer

Another notable pitching prospect was called up to the Nationals on August 26, as Luis Perales is up with the big club. The Yankees, meanwhile, added former Rookie of the Year winner Michael Fulmer for the bullpen.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 26

Behind J.T. Ginn, A's chase series win vs. Twins

The Athletics' bullpen ranks among the worst in the majors this season, but several relievers are giving the team reason for optimism. Hogan Harris, Luis

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement Moved to Tears After Career Admission

Ernie Clement is one of the Toronto Blue Jays’ best players this season. He leads the team with 140 hits and 29 doubles while batting .283 with nine home runs, 43 RBIs and a .709 OPS.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Twins’ $100M Star Exits Game After Awkward Play Leaves Him Injured

The Minnesota Twins are just three games behind in the AL Wild Card race, but losing Byron Buxton could make that gap feel much wider with just 29 games remaining in the regular season.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Twins' Byron Buxton Suffers Injury During Athletics Matchup

Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton exited Tuesday night’s game against the Athletics after appearing to aggravate his lingering right hip issue.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 26

Athletics Walk Over Twins: Takeaways From Huge Game 2 Win

After a very rough series opener, the Athletics would turn things around in the bounce-back game. This win had it all for the Athletics: great starting pitching, a strong bullpen showing, and a serviceable offense even without their top three difference-makers.

Jeffrey Springs News / Athletics on SI / August 26

Why Athletics Need To Be Done With Jeffrey Springs

Before the 2025 season, the A's added some much-needed help to their rotation, in hopes of building a competitive squad after leaving Oakland. The team added Luis Severino to a franchise-record deal , and he's been solid in his tenure with the A's, though he's been out since the end of May .

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 26

How Athletics Can Close Series Victory Against Twins

After a great win on Tuesday, the Athletics could parlay that into a series win. With the Athletics beating the Astros in the last three-game series, it would be great to see this team win two in a row.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 26

MLB roundup: D-backs rally past Cubs on Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off HR

Pinch hitter Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run walk-off homer with two outs in the ninth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 26

Athletics turn in complete effort to defeat Twins

Carlos Cortes hit a two-run homer and Gage Jump pitched into the seventh inning as the Athletics beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 on Tuesday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Chris Roycroft News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Athletics Claim Chris Roycroft

The Athletics announced that they have claimed right-hander Chris Roycroft off waivers from the Rays. Tampa had designated him for assignment in recent days.

Athletics News / TWSN / August 25

On This Day in Sports- August 25: New York Yankees Produced an Offensive Performance MLB Had Never Seen

On August 25, 2011, the New York Yankees ended up accomplishing something no other team had ever done in the history of MLB, and even haven’t been able to redo to this day. Robinson Cano, Russell Martin and Curtis Granderson each hit a grand slam in the Yankees’ victory over the Oakland Athletics.