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Sam Fuld chooses loyalty to Phillies over Athletics’ job offer

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Sam Fuld has turned down the Athletics’ offer to become the team’s new president of baseball operations and has withdrawn from consideration, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported Saturday.

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Report: Sam Fuld declines offer to head Athletics' front office

The Athletics will continue their search for a president of baseball operations after Sam Fuld declined an offer for the position, ESPN reported Saturday.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 10

Red Sox could lose assistant GM to Athletics

The Boston Red Sox could lose assistant general manager Taylor Smith to the Athletics as their search for a new baseball operations leader continues. Smith oversees research and development under chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, making his potential departure significant for the Red Sox’s analytics operation.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Sonny Gray News / Viral Sports News / October 9

Sonny Gray Makes Major Announcement Amid Red Sox Uncertainty

Sonny Gray has put retirement rumors to rest. The 36-year-old right-hander, who just completed a standout season with the Boston Red Sox, intends to pitch again in 2027 and remains open to returning to Boston as a free agent.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Reviewing The Athletics’ Young Hitters

The Athletics were hampered by several major injuries to an up-and-coming lineup this season. Nick Kurtz, Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers, and Tyler Soderstrom all missed significant time.

Athletics News / Baseball Now / October 9

Yankees Need To Make This Move With Anthony Volpe

With Jazz Chisholm Jr. hitting free agency, the Yankees will have a spot for Anthony Volpe in their infield, assuming the Yankees let Chisholm walk. Volpe looked like a different hitter after coming back from his demotion.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 9

New Potential Candidate Emerges in Athletics' GM Search

The A's organization will undergo significant change over the next few months after a very underwhelming 2026 season. Injuries killed the team's playoff hopes this year, but a healthy A's team with some additions could be a recipe for success next season.

Athletics News / Anubis Sports / October 8

Is Jesse Legree The Best Freshman Wide Receiver Ever?

Oregon State freshman wide receiver Jesse Legree was not a five-star recruit (or a four-star recruit, for that matter). Legree was a three-star prospect, rated by ESPN as the 89th-best receiver in his recruiting class.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 8

Two Athletics Prospects Who Could Break Out in 2027

Over the last few seasons, the A's have seen many rookies make huge impacts on the big-league team. While at a massive disadvantage without major-league experience, these players sometimes become key contributors.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 8

Determining Who Will Play Second Base for Athletics in 2027

The Athletics already have a very solid lineup; however, they still need to solidify one position. With Jeff McNeil unlikely to return next year because of a high club-option price, the Athletics must decide who will be their starting second baseman for the 2027 season.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 8

Previewing The Lefty Relief Class

With the regular season in the books, MLBTR is taking a position-by-position look at the 2026-27 free agent market. All that remains: a look at the bullpen market.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Matt Kleine, Rob Cerfolio Candidates In Athletics’ GM Search

The Athletics are looking for a new front office leader. According to reporting from Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine is on the list of candidates, though it’s not specified if he has interviewed for the gig.

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Sam Fuld News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Athletics Pursuing Sam Fuld, Jared Banner For GM Role

The list of known candidates for the Athletics’ general manager opening added two more names this morning. Phillies executive Sam Fuld and Cubs assistant GM Jared Banner are in the mix for the job, per Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 7

How an MLB Lockout Would Affect the Athletics in 2027

The result of the incoming lockout will without a doubt change the very fabric of Athletics organzation as a whole. With the lockout likely to start on Dec.

Jonah Bride News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Texas Rangers Lose 5-Year MLB Veteran to Free Agency

Jonah Bride has elected free agency, ending a winding season with the Texas Rangers that never quite produced a sustained role in the majors. The 30-year-old corner infielder, a five-year major league veteran, refused a minor-league assignment and became a free agent on Oct.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 7

Projecting the Athletics' Starting Pitching Stat Leaders for 2027

The Athletics really do not have an idea of what their starting rotation will look like next season. With multiple starting pitchers catching the injury bug, along with pitchers simply being bad, the Athletics could be scrambling to put together a solid rotation in 2027.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 7

Athletics Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 7