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Andres Chaparro (2 HRs, 8 RBIs) powers Nationals to 23-4 rout of Athletics

Andres Chaparro hit two homers and more than doubled his season count with eight RBIs as the Washington Nationals torched the lowly Athletics 23-4 on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

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A’s get pummeled by Nationals to start the second half, 23-4

The “Second Half” of the 2026 MLB season began tonight for the Athletics against the Washington Nationals at Sutter Health Park in West Sac. After finishing the first half on a nine-game losing streak, the team hopes to get off on the right foot against the Nats.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 18

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Judge, Scherzer, Woodruff

With the 2026 All-Star Game break over, there were plenty of injury-related updates on the 17th of July. Some were good, and some were not. Plus, several embarked on new rehab assignments as the Minor League season resumed.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 17

Three players the Athletics could move before trade deadline

As of June 26, the Athletics were squarely in the playoff chase in the American League.

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Red Sox might make a surprising Aroldis Chapman decision ahead of trade deadline

Updates on Mets' Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette emerge after bombshell trade deadline report

Mets reportedly open for trade business — but who all will go?

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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Brent Rooker News / ESPN / July 17

A's Rooker undergoes season-ending knee surgery

Athletics designated hitter and outfielder Brent Rooker had season-ending left knee surgery Friday, a tough loss of a leader both on and off the field for the club.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Cade Marlowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Cade Marlowe Opts Out Of Athletics Deal

Outfielder Cade Marlowe has exercised an opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Athletics, reports Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. He is now a free agent and eligible to sign with any club.

Francisco Lindor News / Legends On Deck / July 17

What a Difference Two Seasons Make: Trading Francisco Lindor Would Be a Travesty

What a difference two seasons make. In 2024, the New York Mets were one of baseball’s best stories. After an incredible second-half turnaround that few believed was possible, they stormed into the postseason behind the leadership of Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, and Brandon Nimmo.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Yankees Have Shown Past Interest In Hunter Goodman

The Yankees are looking for catching help and Hunter Goodman of the Rockies is a speculative trade candidate. Jorge Castillo of ESPN reports that the Yankees have called the Rockies about Goodman, although not recently.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 17

Braves First Half Report Card: What Went Right and What Went Wrong?

If you asked Atlanta Braves fans back in early March how they would feel about entering the All-Star break with a 55-40 record and a two-game lead in the National League East, more than 95% of them would have said they would be thrilled.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 17

MLB Award Race Updates: Favorites Through the First Half

Before the second half of the 2026 season gets underway, let’s check in on the current state of the four major award races. .318/.426/.633, 31 HR, 70 RBI, 4.3 bWAR It takes a truly historic year for a designated hitter to win MVP.

Leo De Vries News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 17

Why Athletics Could Soon Promote Top Prospect De Vries

The A's have a bright young group of stars in the big leagues right now, and they have plenty of talent in their farm system awaiting their debuts, and will hopefully make an impact on the big league roster soon.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 17

Athletics' Las Vegas Move Already Generating Massive Buzz

The Athletics will be making the move to Las Vegas, as most fans already know. There is hope that the franchise will reinvent itself in a new light. The Athletics spent most of their tenure in Oakland, a city synonymous with the Athletics team.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 17

Grading Athletics Outfielders From First Half of Season

The A's have been struggling recently, and most of the blame has been pointed at the pitching staff. The team elected to fire their pitching coach , Scott Emerson, before the second half of the season kicks off.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 17

Projected Pitching Matchups for Athletics Upcoming Series vs. Nationals

After losing nine straight before the All-Star break, the Athletics need to turn things around soon. In the first series, the Athletics will take on the Washington Nationals, who stand at 48-49 and are coming off a series in which the Yankees swept them.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 16

Series at sliding A's could be just the boost the Nationals need

The Washington Nationals haven't been part of the postseason since winning the 2019 World Series, but they hope to kick off a run toward a berth when they resume play after the All-Star break against the struggling Athletics on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Troy Melton News / Field Level Media / July 16

Tigers hope for happy homecoming for Troy Melton against Angels

Right-hander Troy Melton will make his first career start against his hometown team when the Detroit Tigers open a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Insider Weighs in on Francisco Lindor's Trade Value

The New York Mets are officially open for business. As SNY's Chelsea Janes reported in a July 16th article, the Mets have informed teams that they will discuss trade offers for any player outside of their young core, a group that has been defined as Juan Soto, Nolan McLean, Carson Benge, A.J.

Aaron Civale News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Athletics Make Decision After Aaron Civale News

The Athletics have moved on from Aaron Civale, designating the veteran right-hander for assignment as the club continues reshaping its pitching staff ahead of the second half.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Athletics call up red-hot prospect ahead of Nationals series

The Athletics are promoting infielder Tommy White to the major leagues, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported Wednesday. The 23-year-old former LSU standout will make his MLB debut in Friday’s series opener against the Washington Nationals.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 16

Report: Athletics to call-up former LSU standout 3B Tommy White

After three seasons of Minor League Baseball, The Athletics are calling up former LSU standout third baseman Tommy White. In 55 games with the Las Vegas Aviators (A’s Triple-A team) this season, White hit for a .303 average with 12 doubles, nine home runs, 47 RBI, a .345 OBP%, and a .489 SLG%.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 15