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Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 8
How Will Injuries Impact the Athletics’ Trade Deadline Strategy?
For the first time in several years, the Athletics had raised expectations heading into the new season. After starting a rebuild a few years back, the A’s have developed a young offensive core that made some noise last season and grabbed the attention of even the most casual baseball fan.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 8
Crucial Athletics Bat Returns for Series in Detroit
The Athletics have been plagued by injuries over the last few weeks, but fortunately for the team, they have received some good news with a few of their star players returning.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 8
Why Kuroda-Grauer’s Blistering Start Could Change Athletics Forever
The Athletics are starting to pool talent, which could seriously pay off within the next few years. In the last three series, there has been one player who has stood head and feet above everyone else, and that player's name is Joshua Kuroda-Grauer .
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 8
Tigers' hot Troy Melton opposes Athletics' slumping Jeffrey Springs
The Detroit Tigers have heated up over the past week, winning six of their last seven games. They will host the struggling Athletics in the middle contest of a three-game series on Wednesday.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 8
MLB roundup: Royals' Tyler Tolbert equals record with 12 straight hits
Tyler Tolbert tied the major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, helping the visiting Kansas City Royals storm back to beat the New York Mets 16-12 on Tuesday in the opener of a three-game interleague series.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Astros Still Looking For Left-Handed Outfielder, Righty Relief
The Astros unsuccessfully tried last offseason to acquire a left-handed hitting outfielder. That remains one of the front office’s top priorities as they prepare for next month’s trade deadline, general manager Dana Brown told Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
Tarik Skubal News / Field Level Media / July 7
Tarik Skubal, Tigers stifle Athletics to extend strong run
Colt Keith blasted a two-run homer in support of ace Tarik Skubal as the host Detroit Tigers topped the Athletics 6-2 on Tuesday. Skubal, who has been the subject of heavy trade speculation, gave up one run on five hits in five innings.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / July 7
A’s fall to Tigers 6-2 
The Athletics took on the Tigers at Comerica Park in Detroit today, hoping to end a three-game skid. J.T. Ginn got the start today against reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarek Skubal for Detroit.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 7
Tigers, 3B coach Joey Cora agree to part ways
In a rare mid-season coaching maneuver, Detroit Tigers third base coach Joey Cora and the club have agreed to part ways, manager A.J. Hinch announced on Tuesday.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 7
2026 Transactions: Twins Promote Go, Mets Call Up Seelinger
This past week, the Tigers traded away two Minor League relievers to two different teams in cash trades. And on July 7, both are now in the Majors, as former Mud Hens Woo-Suk Go and Matt Seelinger were called up by their new teams.
Aj Hinch News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Tigers’ A.J. Hinch Reveals Big Change Before Athletics Game
The Detroit Tigers made a coaching change ahead of Tuesday night's game against the Athletics, announcing that third-base coach Joey Cora and the club had mutually agreed to part ways effective immediately.
Ben Rice News / Sport Relay / July 7
Ben Rice Named 2026 Home Run Derby Participant
For the second straight year, the Home Run Derby will feature a New York Yankee. Amidst a breakout 2026 campaign, infielder Ben Rice announced on Tuesday that he will participate in the All-Star break’s most popular event.
Jacob Wilson News / Field Level Media / July 7
Athletics activate SS Jacob Wilson from IL
The Athletics activated shortstop Jacob Wilson from the injured list Tuesday while left-hander Jacob Lopez also was added to the active roster. In corresponding moves, the club optioned catcher Brian Serven and right-hander Kade Morris to Triple-A Las Vegas.
Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / July 7
Red Sox 1B Willson Contreras named to AL All-Star roster
Willson Contreras of the Red Sox was named to replace Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the American League All-Star Game roster. Contreras, 34, earned his fourth All-Star Game selection while batting .284 with 20 home runs and 59 RBIs in 86 games this season, his first with the Red Sox.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 7
Athletics Who Need To Step Up During Tigers Series
The Athletics are struggling, which means a few things need to go right in order to ensure a series win over the Tigers. The Athletics have lost seven of their last eight games, a stretch that could prove to be season-defining if things do not go well in Detroit.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 7
NRFI, YRFI MLB Bets Today: Best First Inning Predictions for Tuesday, July 7
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal attempts to get his team back in the AL Central race as he and the Athletics look poised for an NRFI. Bet the NRFI in the Los Angeles Angels vs.
Eric Cerantola News / New Baseball Media / July 7
2026 Transactions: Giants Claim Cerantola, Mets Trade for Reliever
Some smaller moves were made on July 6, a relatively lighter day across Major League Baseball. Both the Giants and Mets picked up relievers. The Braves, meanwhile, continue their roster shuffle.
Michael Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
A’s Release Michael Kelly
The Athletics released reliever Michael Kelly over the weekend, according to the MLB.com transaction log. He was designated for assignment a week earlier when the A’s needed a 40-man roster spot to promote rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 6
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Buxton, Suarez, Chisholm Jr.
Two 2026 All-Stars went down due to injury, while another remained out on July 5. Byron Buxton, who just came back from a hip injury, left against the Yankees after a stolen base attempt.
Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 5
2026 MLB All-Star Game Rosters: Biggest Snubs, Surprises And Full List Of Starters
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game rosters are officially here. As always, the biggest debate isn’t just about the stars heading to the Midsummer Classic—it’s about the players who were left behind.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
MLB Announces 2026 All-Star Rosters
Major League Baseball announced the full All-Star rosters on Saturday, setting the stage for the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia. The starting
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 5
The Athletics and the Cost of a Bad Extension
“Here comes the runner Donaldson! He’s safe, he’s safe! The ball game is over! The Blue Jays are moving on to the ALCS!” That was the call of Brian Anderson to cap Game 3 of the 2016 ALDS matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Texas Rangers as the reigning AL MVP, Josh Donaldson, slid into home to advance the Jays to the pennant.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 4
Final 2026 All-Star Game Roster Predictions
With the complete All-Star rosters being revealed tonight at 7:30 pm, it’s time for me to submit my final predictions for who will be making the trip to Philadelphia.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 1
Athletics get devastating news on Brent Rooker injury
The Athletics' playoff hopes took a major hit Wednesday after a player they expected to be a key contributor down the stretch was ruled out for the rest of the season.
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