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Will Jack Perkins Be a Starter or a Reliever in 2026?

The A's depth has certainly improved throughout the years of their rebuild, and this spring there will be some legitimate battles to keep an eye on at third base, in the starting rotation, and in the bullpen.

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Waiting For Gelof: What Do We Do?

This will be Zack Gelof’s fourth season in an A’s uniform. Isn’t that crazy? I think it is. Probably the craziest most interesting thing about his career up to this point (not counting the dynamic 70 game rookie campaign of course).

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / February 14

Spring Training Lineup Battles Will Define the Royals’ Offensive Identity

Royals Spring Training lineup battles will determine more than the final bench spots. They will shape the Kansas City Royals’ Opening Day lineup and define how this team scores runs in 2026.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 14

3 A's Players Facing Make-or-Break Spring Trainings

Spring training has arrived in Mesa, Arizona, and the vibes are high for the Athletics. After finishing 76-86 last season, even with an unexplainable 1-20 stretch, this year's club is focused on making it to the postseason for the first time since 2020.

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How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 14

Brewers and Astros Are Shaping Up To Be Perfect Trade Partners

Sometimes, two MLB rosters get to the point where it almost doesn’t make sense not to make a trade. It’s starting to feel like we’ve reached that territory with the Milwaukee Brewers and the Houston Astros.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 14

Astros Eye More Upgrades, Leaving A's with Little Margin in AL West

The Athletics have a team that they're hoping will be able to compete for a spot in the postseason in 2026, bringing October baseball to Sacramento. The A's are projected to finish with a 79-83 record, which would have them within range of making that push, with a breakout season or two, and perhaps some additions to the pitching staff.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 14

World Baseball Classic: Team Puerto Rico News, Notes, and Analysis

It has been a long three years, but the World Baseball Classic has finally returned. Thus far in the lead-up to the tournament, Puerto Rico has been the talk of the town.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 13

A’s Just Signaled a Potential Funding Issue in Las Vegas, and It Won't Matter

The Athletics are making plenty of progress in the building of their planned ballpark in Las Vegas, with the team's president, Marc Badain, saying that some of the roof steel will begin being put in place in June.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 13

Why Tyler Soderstrom is the Best Pick to Replace Corbin Carroll in the WBC

With the opening of spring training this week, there has been a slew of injury news coming out from other camps. One of those reports was that Corbin Carroll, the Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder, has a broken hamate bone in his right hand, requiring surgery.

Liam Hendriks News / Field Level Media / February 12

Twins sign veteran reliever Liam Hendriks

The Minnesota Twins signed three-time All-Star reliever Liam Hendriks to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training on Thursday.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 12

2026 Transactions: Phillies Release Castellanos, Banda to Twins

One of the more interesting conversation points regarding the Phillies’ offseason was what the team would do with Nick Castellanos. The team made it well-known that they intended to move him.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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Mitch Spence News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

A’s Trade Mitch Spence To Royals

The Athletics have traded right-hander Mitch Spence to the Royals in exchange for minor league righty AJ Causey, per announcements from both clubs. Spence was designated for assignment by the A’s earlier this week.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12

Dodgers ink veteran slugger to $10 million contract extension

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to enter the 2026 MLB season as the World Series favorites once again. After another busy free agency period, the Dodgers were able to come to a deal to give veteran Max Muncy a one-year contract extension worth $10 million guaranteed with an option for the 2028 season.

Aaron Civale News / Athletics Nation / February 12

Are The Final Two Rotation Spots Really Up For Grabs?

The recent addition of Aaron Civale seems to have solidified the top three spots in the rotation to open the year. Even if you don’t feel that Civale is an upgrade over anyone in-house already, manager Mark Kotsay made it clear yesterday that the top three will be Severino, Springs, and Civale to open the season.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / February 12

World Baseball Classic: Team Mexico Roster News, Notes, and Analysis

Spring training isn’t the only thing baseball fans have to look forward to in the coming weeks. In March, the World Baseball Classic returns with 20 teams vying for international glory.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

A’s Have Two Rotation Spots Up For Grabs In Camp

The A’s added back-end starter Aaron Civale on a $6MM free agent contract this week. He slots behind Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs as experienced arms in an otherwise young rotation.

Liam Hendriks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11

Twins sign 3-time MLB All-Star closer Liam Hendriks with 116 saves

Veteran relief pitcher Liam Hendriks has made his way back to the Twin Cities after reportedly agreeing to a minor league deal with the Minnesota Twins, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman, who added that the veteran reliever’s deal includes an invite to MLB camp.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / February 11

Mike Trout News Just Became More Disappointing

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is one of the greatest players in MLB history. An 11-time All-Star, three-time AL MVP and nine-time Silver Slugger, Trout will be in the Hall of Fame as soon as he's eligible.

Chris Bassitt News / Larry Brown Sports / February 11

Chris Bassitt leaves the Blue Jays to sign with a rival team

Another member of the Toronto Blue Jays’ AL Pennant team is moving on. Veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt is signing with the division rival Baltimore Orioles in free agency, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Wednesday.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 11

2026 Transactions: Athletics Sign Civale, Braves Add Heim

The first full day of 2026 Spring Training for many teams was a busy one. Not only did teams provide injury updates but several also finalized deals with free agents.

Aaron Civale News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10

Athletics To Sign Aaron Civale

The A’s and right-hander Aaron Civale are in agreement on a one-year contract, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. He’s guaranteed $6MM and can earn another $1.5MM via incentives.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / February 9

Yankees-Athletics Trade on Monday Creates Spring Training Position Battle

The New York Yankeesmade a trade on Monday with the Athletics, the team announced. The deal also led to a number of roster moves. "The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired infielder Max Schuemann from the Athletics in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Luis Burgos," Yankees PR Dept.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / February 9