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Skidding Mariners strive to 'figure it out' vs. Athletics

It would appear the Seattle Mariners are going to go out quietly instead of with a bang. The defending American League West champions returned home Thursday with 22 games left in their season and the easiest remaining schedule in the majors, with only two contests against teams with winning records.

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Reds Part Ways With 7-Year MLB Veteran Before Brewers Finale

The Cincinnati Reds made a roster move Sunday morning, just hours before they were scheduled to wrap up a three-game set with the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ball Park.

Sebastian Walcott News / Just Baseball / September 6

We’re Seeing a Whole New Version of Sebastian Walcott

Recently, Major League Baseball has seen an influx of truly special shortstop talents across the league. With superstars like Bobby Witt Jr. and Elly De La Cruz dominating the Major League side, and prospects like Jesus Made and Leo De Vries on the Minor League side, it seems like the sport is entering a golden era for talent at the “six”.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 6

These Two Infielders Deserve a Spot on the A's Next Season

The A's have had a disappointing season, to say the least. Injuries and underperformance killed what should have been a contending season in a weak American League West division.

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How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 6

Athletics Keep the Ball Rolling: Takeaways from Dominate Win vs. Mariners

The Athletics are now one game away from sweeping the Mariners. Who would have thought it? After getting swept by the Orioles and losing the first two games of the Rangers series, the Athletics have tapped into an energy that has left many shocked, to say the least.

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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 / September 6

Mariners' slide down standings continues with another loss to A's

Jeffrey Springs pitched seven scoreless innings to win for the first time since April 14 as the Athletics defeated host Seattle 6-2 Saturday night, further damaging the Mariners' dwindling playoff hopes.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 6

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Ohtani, Trout, Caglianone

The Dodgers’ wait for Shohei Ohtani continued on September 5, as the two-way star was out of the club’s lineup again. His former teammate, Mike Trout, had to leave play on the 5th after he was hit by a pitch in Pittsburgh.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Athletics Place J.T. Ginn On IL, Recall Jack Perkins

Right-hander J.T. Ginn has landed on the 15-day IL with a right elbow impingement, the Athletics announced. Righty Jack Perkins is headed back to the big-league club.

J.T. Ginn News / Field Level Media / September 5

Athletics place RHP J.T. Ginn (elbow) on 15-day injured list

The Athletics placed starting pitcher J.T. Ginn on the 15-day injured list on Saturday because of a right elbow impingement. The right-hander is eligible to come off the injured list on Sept.

Dallas Keuchel News / Viral Sports News / September 5

Athletics Raise Eyebrows With Dallas Keuchel Decision

Dallas Keuchel’s latest chapter with the Athletics is less about a sudden call-up and more about a quiet organizational reset. The veteran left-hander,

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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.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / September 5

“Fast Movers” Might Be Key To Contention

For all the talk about resurgent players (Lawrence Butler, Zack Gelof, Jacob Lopez), back sliding players (Luis Morales, Jack Perkins), and a hitting core

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Mariners Dealt Season-Ending Update During Athletics Series

Matt Brash’s hopes of returning to the Seattle Mariners this season have officially come to an end. The Mariners have shut down the right-handed reliever from throwing for eight weeks after an MRI revealed lingering inflammation in his right lat, general manager Justin Hollander announced.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

A's ride strong relief pitching, power surge into rematch vs. Mariners

The Athletics have had the worst bullpen in baseball this season by a wide margin. Their relievers' 5.54 ERA is nearly a quarter of a run higher than the Washington Nationals (5.30), and one of only three in MLB above 5.00.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

Pursuing playoffs, Rangers turn to Jacob deGrom to try to shut down Rays

The Texas Rangers hope the "vintage" Jacob deGrom returns for his next start on Saturday evening against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 38-year-old deGrom (10-9,

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Why Athletics Could Compete for Playoff Spot Year From Now

It's no mystery that this team has been impacted by many uncontrollable factors. With the regular season coming to a close very soon, it might be time to reflect on what an up-and-down season it has been.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Two Pitchers Who Are Pillars of Athletics' Future Staff

The A's pitching staff has been extremely underwhelming throughout the 2026 season and has been a major factor in the club being one of the worst in baseball.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Athletics Evaporate Marine Layer: Takeaways From Win vs. Mariners

For the first time since 2002, the Athletics hit four home runs in a single inning. Despite not having their top three home run hitters in the lineup, the Athletics have been simply destroying the baseball.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

MLB roundup: Guardians earn two walk-off wins in DH sweep of Tigers

Brayan Rocchio hit his second homer of the game, a solo shot in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians a come-from-behind 7-6 win over visiting the Detroit Tigers in the first half of a day-night doubleheader on Friday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

Athletics post 4-HR third, damage Mariners' playoff hopes

Max Muncy, Alika Williams, Jeff McNeil and Zack Gelof homered in a five-run third inning and the Athletics held on to defeat the Seattle Mariners 7-6 on Friday night, further damaging the hosts' postseason hopes.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / September 4

Pittsburgh Pirates Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Pittsburgh Pirates open a three-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night at PNC Park, first pitch set for 6:45 p.m. ET. Hours before that series began, the club made a pair of roster moves that reflected both opportunity and the hard realities of a late-season roster.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 3

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Cease Blanks Guardians, Phillies & Cubs Lose

The Blue Jays needed a win to avoid falling further behind the Guardians on September 2. Thanks to Dylan Cease & Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Toronto secured that victory.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 2

2026 Transactions: Mariners Sign Woods Richardson, Hernandez Back With Braves

Seattle added some pitching depth on September 2, a much lighter day in terms of transaction activity. Simeon Woods Richardson joined the Mariners on a contract, a week after his last appearance in the Majors.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 2

MLB Award Race Updates: Favorites Entering September

There may be just under a month left in the regular season, but there is still a lot up in the air when it comes to the MLB award races. Here’s a look at where the MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year races stand entering September and how things have changed since our last update in July.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / September 2

Brewers’ Outfield Turns Chaotic After 3 Players Collide and Fall to the Ground

Hardly a week ago, rookie Cooper Pratt was pulled from a game for not running hard. On Tuesday, the Milwaukee Brewers’ shortstop was running at full speed when a routine pop-up turned frightening at Wrigley Field.

Denzel Clarke News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Athletics Reinstate Denzel Clarke From 60-Day IL

The Athletics announced today that they have reinstated outfielder Denzel Clarke from the 60-day injured list and recalled right-hander Yunior Tur. Those will be the club’s two additions with rosters expanding from 26 to 28 today.