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A’s Drop Game 2 as Offense Fails Patchwork Pitching

Even though many things were starting to go right, the Athletics would be unable to parlay their momentum into Saturday. The A's need something to give soon.

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This Former Athletics Closer Could Rejoin their Bullpen

The A's are in the midst of some midseason struggles, and they need all of the help they can get to turn their bullpen around. The trade deadline is right around the corner, but the A's will likely not be in the market for a reliever specifically, but will certainly look to add some help to their pitching staff as a whole.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 26

Mark Cuban Buys A’s Stake: What It Means for Vegas

The Athletics are geared up and ready for a move to Las Vegas for the 2028 season, and there were a lot of unclear factors about how the move would be funded, and now it looks like there are some answers to that.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 26

MLB roundup: Salvador Perez breaks Royals' all-time homers record

Nick Loftin hit a go-ahead homer in the ninth, Salvador Perez set the franchise home run record and the visiting Kansas City Royals squeaked by the Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Saturday.

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How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

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Alan Roden News / Field Level Media / July 25

Alan Roden provides only runs in Twins' low-scoring defeat of A's

Alan Roden delivered a two-run single in the sixth inning, and that was all the Minnesota Twins needed for a 2-0 win over the Athletics on Saturday evening in Minneapolis.

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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 / Athletics Nation / July 25

Twins Shut Out A’s 2-0 to Even Series

The Athletics matched up against the Minnesota Twins in the second game of their three-game series, looking to build on their series-opening victory. This game played out the inverse of Friday night’s contest, as the A’s struggled with runners in scoring position in a 2-0 loss that sets up Sunday’s series finale to be the rubber match.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

4 top White Sox prospects on trade watch at 2026 deadline

The Chicago White Sox are in a prime position to make a run at the playoffs in 2026. It would be the culmination of a rebuild for a team that has not seen the playoffs since 2021 and was just 41-121 in 2024.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 25

2026 Transactions: Phillies Trade for Misner, Athletics to Sign Keuchel

Dallas Keuchel is back in the AL West. Keuchel reportedly agreed to join the Athletics on a Minor League pact, as the veteran lefty looks to continue his MLB career.

Nick Kurtz News / Field Level Media / July 25

Athletics activate star Nick Kurtz (thumb) from IL

The Athletics activated All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz from the 10-day injured list prior to Saturday's road game against the Minnesota Twins. Kurtz sustained a right thumb capsule sprain and was placed on the IL on July 10 and the injury forced him to miss the All-Star Game.

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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.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Athletics Sign Dallas Keuchel To Minor League Contract

The A’s have signed left-hander Dallas Keuchel to a minor league deal, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Keuchel will pitch for the Athletics’ Triple-A affiliate in Las Vegas as the 38-year-old looks to resurrect his career.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 25

Dallas Keuchel lands minor league deal amid comeback attempt

Former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel lands minor league contract amid comeback attempt

Former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel isn't done yet.

Brewers reportedly aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with their eyes set on two top-notch players

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Athletics News / Athletics Nation / July 25

Parity (Mediocrity) Could Make For An Interesting Trade Deadline

Thanks in part to the 3rd wild card and mostly to the bizarre mediocrity of most of the teams in 2026, here we are 9 days before the trading deadline and only 8 of the 30 teams are not at least within 4 games of a wild card spot.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / July 25

Report: Boston Red Sox Plan To Be ‘Aggressive’ In Trade Market After 15-Game Win Streak

Just a month ago, the Boston Red Sox looked like a team destined to sell at the trade deadline. Now, they’re reportedly preparing to do the exact opposite.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 25

Athletics Young Core Key to Late-Season Playoff Surge

Despite being 15 games under .500, the Athletics could have all the pieces in place to make a late-season playoff push. In a recent article, we discussed why the Athletics are very close to turning things around.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 25

Athletics Could Capitalize on Rising Value of Key Reliever

The A's recent struggles put them in a very interesting and unique situation before the trade deadline, which is just under 10 days away. Just weeks ago, the A's were considered buyers and were even listed as fits for Twins' ace Joe Ryan and even Marlins' elite starter Sandy Alcantara.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 24

2026 Transactions: Cubs Select Triantos, Pirates DFA Urquidy

The Cubs’ bench shuffle continued on July 24, as the club demoted Kevin Alcantara and promoted infielder James Triantos. Additionally, both the Pirates and Phillies called up catchers from Triple-A.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Pirates Focused On Bullpen Ahead Of Deadline; Have Some Ability To Increase Payroll

The Pirates are looking to get back to the postseason for the first time in over a decade. Currently within a game of a playoff spot, they are going into the August 3 deadline as buyers.

Mason Miller News / EasySportz / July 24

Padres Make Brutal Truth About Mason Miller Trade Rumors

Smoke’s swirling around San Diego saying the Padres are ready to trade Mason Miller. We’ve heard this song before, but these stories miss the reality completely.

Sean Murphy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 24

Braves’ Sean Murphy gets huge injury update before Orioles series

Atlanta Braves fans have been waiting for a Sean Murphy injury update for weeks. Now, there is a glimmer of hope before the series with the Orioles, as Atlanta has given an update on his status, according to the team.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 24

Who Needs Starting Pitching the Most at the Deadline?

What’s the one thing every team needs by July? Pitching! There’s no such thing as too many arms, and as the trade deadline approaches, every contender will have to navigate the market carefully to land the correct pieces.