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MLB roundup: Alex Bregman hits 3 of Cubs' club-record 9 home runs

Alex Bregman hit three of the Cubs' franchise-record nine home runs in Chicago's 17-3 win against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Monday. Tyrone Taylor, Nico Hoerner, Carson Kelly, Matt Shaw, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Conforto also homered for Chicago, which hit 62 home runs in August, the most by a team in any month in National League history.

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deGrom, Rangers Thump Athletics

ARLINGTON, Texas (Aug 31) — The Texas Rangers began their latest homestand with a 8–1 victory over the Athletics Monday evening in front of a small crowd of 22,572.

Ethan Salas News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Padres To Promote Ethan Salas

The Padres are calling up top catching prospect Ethan Salas, reports Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Salas, who turned 20 in June, will be the youngest player in the big leagues.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 31

Jacob deGrom fires 7 shutout innings as Rangers rout Athletics

Jacob deGrom threw seven scoreless innings while Brandon Nimmo and Cody Freeman each had two hits and two RBIs as the Texas Rangers earned an 8-1 victory over the Athletics on Monday in Arlington, Texas.

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Gage Jump News / Athletics Nation / August 31

Losing Streak Hits Four, A’s Lose To Rangers 8-1

The Athletics’ losing streak hit four games on Monday night. The team dropped their series opener in Texas against the Rangers 8-1. The starting pitching wasn’t great, the bats were silent against a generational talent, and that all adds up to another loss.

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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 / August 31

After a brutal start, Rangers' Jacob deGrom takes aim at A's

The Texas Rangers need all the help they can get if they're going to sneak into the postseason. That begins with more consistent outings from two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom.

Athletics News / CBSSports.com / August 31

Athletics vs. Rangers MLB picks: Facing lousy Athletics should be just what scuffling Jacob deGrom, Texas need

It's really not an acceptable game to lose Monday when the Rangers face the Athletics

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / August 31

Baltimore’s Broadcaster Starts Playing ‘Circus Music’ After Costly Error During Chaotic Misplay

While the Baltimore Orioles gave enough trouble over the weekend, at times, the Athletics ended up in a pickle on their own. And that too, during late-inning clutch moments.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 31

Why Athletics Sweeping Rangers Not Very Far-Fetched

The Athletics are hurting. There is simply no other way around it: the Athletics need a win. After winning back-to-back series vs. the Astros and Twins, the Athletics would completely collapse vs.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 31

NRFI, YRFI MLB Bets Today: Best First-Inning Predictions for Monday, Aug. 31

The Milwaukee Brewers landed a steal in LHP Kyle Harrison when they acquired him from Boston in the offseason. He looks to do his part in an NRFI against the Chicago Cubs.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 31

What A's Potential GM Interest in James Click Means

It's been a while since the A's last had to search for a new General Manager. David Forst served as the team's GM for the last 11 years and spent a total of 27 years with the organization.

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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.

Pete Alonso News / EssentiallySports / August 31

Orioles’ Pete Alonso Falls Straight to the Ground After Taking a Nasty Hit Right on His Helmet

Pete Alonso will be alright, but he had the Sunday afternoon crowd at Sutter Health Park gasping loudly during the late innings. With the Baltimore Orioles leading 7-5, Alonso fell behind on the count while batting leadoff in the top of the eighth.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 31

Athletics Crumble: Takeaways From Rough Series Finale vs. Orioles

After winning back-to-back series, the Orioles would give the Athletics a firm reminder about the trajectory of their season. There are simply no words to describe how disappointing this past series vs.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 31

MLB roundup: Yankees pound rival Red Sox 16-1 to take season series

Heliot Ramos delivered his biggest hit for his new team when his three-run homer capped a five-run fifth inning and helped the New York Yankees roll to a 16-1 victory over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 31

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Alonso, De La Cruz, Judge

Pete Alonso & Elly De La Cruz were among the notables to exit early on August 30. Plus, rehab updates on Nick Pivetta & Will Smith, both of whom faced one another in Triple-A as the two look to re-join their respective clubs.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 30

Orioles’ Craig Albernaz Announces Pete Alonso News After Exiting Athletics Game

Pete Alonso has been one of the biggest reasons the Baltimore Orioles remain within striking distance of the American League wild card, and he continued his productive stretch during the team’s weekend series against the Athletics.

Gunnar Henderson News / Field Level Media / August 30

Gunnar Henderson homers twice as Orioles sweep Athletics

Gunnar Henderson went 4-for-4 with a pair of home runs and five RBIs to lead the Baltimore Orioles to an 8-5 win over the Athletics Sunday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30

Athletics Considering James Click For GM Vacancy

There hasn’t been much buzz about the Athletics’ GM search since the team parted ways with David Forst earlier this month, but a former rival executive from the AL West appears to be on the radar. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes that James Click “has emerged as a serious candidate” to become the Athletics’ new front office boss.

Athletics News / TWSN / August 30