Regardless of how the past few seasons have fared for the A’s, when they were leading in the ninth, you knew you had something exciting to watch. Mason Miller lit up the radar gun and had a knack for leaving you in disbelief at how uncomfortable he made batters look.
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If you spent the $20-$30 needed to attend today’s game as a spectator, you would’ve walked away having gotten your money’s worth. It was a back and forth battle at Hohokam Stadium!
In the A's latest round of cuts from their spring roster, they optioned Brett Harris, who was involved in the battle at third base with Max Muncy and Darell Hernaiz also looking to land that spot.
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.
Phillies left-hander Jesus Luzardo finalized a five-year contract extension worth $135 million on Tuesday, a deal that keeps him in Philadelphia through the 2031 season.
On Monday, the A's announced their latest round of roster cuts from camp, with Brett Harris being one that stood out from of the bunch, given that he was battling for the third base spot when Spring Training began.
The 2026 Spring Training roster cuts continued on March 9. Over a third of the MLB teams trimmed down their spring roster in some way, shape, or form. And, some notable prospects were among the cuts, including Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones.
The Philadelphia Phillies and left-handed starter Jesus Luzardo agreed on a five-year contract extension worth $135 million, several outlets reported Monday.
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.
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.
The AL West had one of the most active offseasons of any division in Major League Baseball. Every team added a notable piece whether it was versatility in the field or pitching help in the rotation.
When you end up hitting a two-run homer and a grand slam in the same game, it's hard for the opposing manager to not take notice. That's exactly what A's top prospect Leo De Vries did against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday afternoon, and Dave Roberts certainly was aware of what the No.
With the middle of March approaching, MLB teams have begun to increase the rate of 2026 Spring Training roster cuts. The Cubs, Diamondbacks, and Guardians were among the many teams to trim their rosters down on March 8.
One of the top prospects in all of baseball had himself a day in the Athletics' spring training game against the defending World Series champions. Leo De Vries, MLB Pipeline's No.
Ariel Martinez and Erisbel Arruebarrena each homered as Cuba got off to a hot start and coasted to a 7-4 win over Colombia in Pool A play of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday at San Juan, Puerto Rico.
The Mariners have re-signed catcher Jacob Nottingham to a minor league deal, as noted in the transactions tracker on Nottingham’s MLB.com profile page.
After the game in San Juan on Saturday went to extra innings, Darell Hernaiz ended it in style with a walk-off home run, giving Puerto Rico a 4-3 win over Panama at Hiram Bithorn Stadium in Pool A of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
The New York Yankees are known for their homegrown legends, ranging from Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle to Derek Jeter and Aaron Judge. Several historical teams, including Murderers’ Row and the late 1990s dynasty, had players who were part of the Yankees’ farm system.
San Juan had every reason to panic. Down 2-1 heading into the late innings, Puerto Rico looked like they were about to drop a stunner on their own turf against Panama.
Spring training is the time Major League Baseball players get back into shape. Sure, they’re generally taking care of their bodies in the offseason in preparation.
The A’s have been the most active team in baseball when it comes to extending young players over the past year and are still trying to ink a few members of their young core of hitters to long-term deals.
The 2026 World Baseball Classic is underway and we’ve already seen a ton of action from the world’s best players. There’s something so refreshing about being able to watch teams from all around the planet and seeing said teams send the best players they’ve got to face off in a tournament.
The Los Angeles Angels added several notable bounce‑back candidates in MLB free agency, hoping that at least a few of them can meaningfully elevate the roster.
With Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray about to be released — and owed $36 million in guaranteed money next season — an unexpected door may be opening. Murray hasn’t played baseball in years, but the Oakland Athletics still hold his MLB rights after selecting him ninth overall in the 2018 MLB Draft.
The Arizona Cardinals are set to release quarterback Kyler Murray when the NFL's new year begins on March 11. While he is expected to have several suitors, one unlikely team is leaving the door open.