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Cam Schlittler cares more about Yankees winning AL East despite recording 200th strikeout vs. Red Sox

The New York Yankees are playing a key series this weekend against their bitter division rival, the Boston Red Sox. New York started things out with a gritty 1-0 victory over Boston Friday.

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Just off IL, Blaze Alexander looks to spark Orioles vs. Athletics

Blaze Alexander has returned just in time for the Baltimore Orioles, who continue their three-game series against the Athletics on Saturday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Yankees Star Pitcher Hits Milestone in Win Over Red Sox

One way to win over the New York Yankees fanbase is to dominate the Boston Red Sox. Second-year pitcher Cam Schlittler has done just that in 2026, and on Friday, he hit an impressive milestone in the team’s 1-0 victory at Yankee Stadium.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 29

What Jose Suarez Return From IL Means for Athletics

The A's are in the midst of struggles as a team, but things might be heating up. Coming off a few series wins in the last few weeks, they could use some of their depth pieces to return from injury.

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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 / Athletics on SI / August 29

Athletics Lose Close One: Takeaways From Heartbreaker vs. Orioles

After winning back-to-back games to end the Twins series, the Athletics would lose momentum fast. The Athletics have grown accustomed to losing the first game of most series they play.

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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 29

MLB roundup: Dodgers prevail in Tarik Skubal's return to Detroit

Freddie Freeman drove in the go-ahead run during the eighth inning in Tarik Skubal's return to Detroit as the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the slumping Tigers 2-1 on Friday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 29

Orioles score twice in 10th to rally past Athletics

Coby Mayo and Christian Encarnacion-Strand each singled in a run in the 10th inning as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Athletics 4-3 on Friday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 29

Orioles Defeat A’s 4-3 in 10 Innings

The Athletics opened their three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles on Mark Kotsay Bobblehead Night at Sutter Health Park. The A’s fought back late from an early deficit, only to fall to a 4-3 defeat in a closely contested 10-inning matchup.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 28

2026 Transactions: Mets Bring Up Devenski, Red Sox Sign Catcher

With September 1 on the horizon, expect playoff-bound teams to make some depth moves to shore up positions. The Red Sox made a depth move on August 28, bringing in former Met Tomas Nido.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 28

Orioles, with eye on wild-card chase, take on Athletics

After taking two of three against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Baltimore Orioles continue their nine-game trip with a matchup against the Athletics on Friday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 28

Predicting Outlook for A's Potential Pitchers Against Orioles

The Athletics are on a rampage but could get derailed vs. the Orioles. After winning a series against the AL West division leader, the Astros, the Athletics put together yet another solid series against the Twins.

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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.

Lawrence Butler News / Athletics on SI / August 28

What Lawrence Butler Surge Means for Athletics Future

The A's have had a rough month or so because of the insane number of injuries. Even with the team likely out of playoff contention, they have still had some bright spots.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / August 28

'Deserve To Get Hit in the Nuts': $4.6M Blue Jays Star Admits He Should Pay the Price for Blunders

Ouch. That ought to be the only word ringing through anyone’s mind after seeing what unfolded with Ernie Clement. Before long, questions about the importance of protective gear began gaining traction again.

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 28

Setting Goals for Athletics To Meet During Orioles Series

The Athletics would love to win three series in a row. After defeating both the Twins and Astros cleanly in their respective series, it is clear that the Athletics' season is starting to shift again.

Tristan Peters News / Field Level Media / August 27

Tristan Peters' HR streak powers White Sox into series at Twins

Tristan Peters is on the hottest streak of his brief career. Peters will try to keep his special week going when he and his Chicago White Sox teammates take on the Minnesota Twins on Friday night in Minneapolis.

Lawrence Butler News / Athlon Sports / August 27

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.

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.

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.

Byron Buxton 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.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Twins’ Byron Buxton exits Athletics game with apparent injury

Things have gone from bad to worse for the Minnesota Twins during their Tuesday night clash against the Athletics. They may have cut into the four-run deficit they faced earlier in the game, as they only trail by two runs, 4-2, with the game headed to the bottom of the eighth at the time of writing.

Taj Bradley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Taj Bradley throws 1st immaculate inning in Twins history

Starting pitcher Taj Bradley just made history for the Minnesota Twins franchise. Tasked with keeping the Twins in the game after allowing the Athletics to score two runs in the second inning, Bradley did more than that in the fifth inning of play.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Brewers Surprisingly Cut Ties With Former Yankees Infielder

The Milwaukee Brewers designated infielder Jonathan Ornelas for assignment on Tuesday, ending a short major-league stint that began only 10 days earlier.

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.