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MLB roundup: Dominic Smith's walk-off slam caps Braves' 6-run 9th

Dominic Smith hit a walk-off grand slam in the ninth inning to help the Atlanta Braves overcome a two-run deficit and beat the visiting Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Saturday night.

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A’s Bullpen Implodes in 8-7 Extra Inning Loss to Blue Jays

The Athletics’ rough season-opening series continued this afternoon as the team’s bullpen blew a late four-run lead to the Toronto Blue Jays, who ultimately prevailed 8-7 in 11 innings.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 28

Blue Jays notch second straight walk-off in comeback over Athletics

Ernie Clement stroked an RBI single to left in the 11th inning and the Toronto Blue Jays came back to defeat the visiting Athletics 8-7 on Saturday in extra innings.

Ernie Clement News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 28

Watch Ernie Clement’s clutch walk-off hit in Blue Jays-Athletics clash

The Toronto Blue Jays came within inches of a World Series championship multiple times last year, and they did so by valuing the fundamental aspect of hitting.

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Dylan Cease News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Blue Jays Make Historic Dylan Cease Announcement During Athletics Game

The Toronto Blue Jays carried momentum into Saturday after a strong Opening Day win, returning to Rogers Centre with a chance to start the 2026 season 2–0 against the Athletics.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Kazuma Okamoto News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Blue Jays Make Kazuma Okamoto Decision Before Athletics Game

The Toronto Blue Jays are showing confidence in Kazuma Okamoto early, moving the Japanese infielder up to the cleanup spot in Saturday’s lineup against the Athletics a day after his MLB debut. The decision is notable given the matchup.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 28

Mark Kotsay Explains A’s No-Challenge Approach in Opening Loss to Jays

In writing up last night's game, one of our big takeaways was that the A's failed to use a single ABS challenge, despite a number of balls outside of the zone being called strikes by home plate umpire Marvin Hudson.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 28

Five Pitchers Who Could Bounce Back Big From Injury in 2026

The start of a new season marks the beginning of a ton of different things. It’s a chance for breakout stars from past seasons to prove it wasn’t a fluke.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 28

Two Factors That Led to A's Opening Day Loss Against the Blue Jays

For the second straight year, Luis Severino pitched like the ace of the A's staff on Opening Day, and for the second straight year, the A's came away without a win.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / March 28

Andrés Giménez Connects On Walk-Off Single To Lead Toronto Blue Jays Over Athletics

Andrés Giménez, the No. 9 batter in the Toronto Blue Jays lineup, came to bat for the last time in the bottom of the 9th with two outs and runners on second and third.

Athletics News / Stadium Rant / March 28

Blue Jays Vs. Athletics Game Recap: 3-2 Season Opener & Late-Game Hero

This Toronto Blue Jays vs. Athletics game recap is from yesterday’s season opener. It was a low-scoring pitching duel that came down to the wire. Continue for MLB game analysis and breakdown.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Dylan Cease News / Field Level Media / March 28

Fresh off late rally, Jays turn to Dylan Cease in rematch vs. A's

Right-hander Dylan Cease will make his Toronto Blue Jays debut on Saturday afternoon against the visiting Athletics. Cease, 30, was one of Toronto's major free-agent signings in the offseason after going 8-12 with a 4.55 ERA in 2025 for the San Diego Padres.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 28

Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman makes Toronto history on Opening Day

Toronto Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman made franchise history in Friday’s 3-2 Opening Day win over the Athletics. By the fifth inning, Gausman had already

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 28

MLB roundup: Aaron Judge homers, Yanks blank Giants again

Cam Schlittler allowed one hit over 5 1/3 innings and Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton each homered, fueling the visiting New York Yankees to a 3-0 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 27

Blue Jays walk off Athletics to take opener

Andres Gimenez knocked a walkoff single to center in the ninth inning Friday night, and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Athletics 3-2. Gimenez also had a two-run triple in the fifth.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / March 27

A’s drop opener 3-2 to AL Champion Blue Jays

The day we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. A’s Opening Day baseball is under way for 2026. Granted, it’s not opening day at “our” our ballpark, we’ll have to wait another week for that celebration, but it is the start of the most promising season in recent memory.

Kevin Gausman News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Blue Jays Make Historic Kevin Gausman Announcement During Athletics Game

The Toronto Blue Jays opened their 2026 MLB season at Rogers Centre in celebration, unveiling their American League Pennant banner in front of a packed crowd.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 27

Why the Athletics Will be a Postseason Team in 2026

It all starts today. Taking the field for the first time in 2026, the Athletics' regular season campaign begins tonight when a three-game series against the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays kicks off.

Bryan Hudson News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

White Sox Claim Bryan Hudson

The White Sox announced that they have claimed left-hander Bryan Hudson off waivers from the Mets. New York designated the lefty for assignment earlier this week.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 27

Four Bold Predictions for the 2026 San Diego Padres

The San Diego Padres might be the most puzzling team in Major League Baseball. On paper, they have a lineup capable of matching any contender. In reality, they’re working with a rotation that looks increasingly fragile, operating under one of the sport’s most aggressive front offices, and doing it all while the franchise navigates a sale.

Gunnar Hoglund News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 26

A’s Gunnar Hoglund Diagnosed With Lumbar Spine Strain

The Athletics officially announced their Opening Day roster on Thursday morning. They enter the season as one of the healthiest teams in the league. Their only player beginning the year on the injured list is right-hander Gunnar Hoglund, whom the A’s announced is dealing with a lumbar spine strain.