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Athletics News / The Forkball / 59 minutes ago

Baseball Hall of Fame Welcomes a Quintet of Greatness

Cooperstown was buzzing as five titans of the game were enshrined into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, 7/27/25. The Class of 2025 is a remarkable blend of first-ballot shoo-ins, long-awaited recognition, and posthumous honors.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Yankees rumors: NY has 'All-Star’ targets in sight as MLB trade deadline nears

The New York Yankees have played uneven baseball since the All-Star break, although they are coming off a much-needed 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday to move to 57-48 on the year.

Athletics News / Sport Relay / 6 hours ago

Athletics Smoke Astros to Complete Road Sweep

HOUSTON (July 27) — Another dominant pitching performance by the Athletics led to a decisive 7–1 victory over the Houston Astros Sunday afternoon. It completed a four-game sweep in Houston, something the Athletics had never done before in six prior tries.

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29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / 7 hours ago

MLB roundup: Paul Skenes, Pirates overpower D-backs in shutout

Paul Skenes pitched six shutout innings for the second consecutive start to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday afternoon.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 10 hours ago

1 trade target each team must pursue before 2025 MLB trade deadline

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is at 6 p.m. ET on July 31. A few big deals have already been made, though. Notably, Rafael Devers was traded from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants well over a month before the deadline.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / 12 hours ago

Athletics Complete 4-Game Sweep Against Houston Astros

The Athletics had a great series on the road against the Houston Astros. They swept them in a four-game series. The A’s outscored the Astros 32-7 over this four-game series.

J.T. Ginn News / Field Level Media / 12 hours ago

JT Ginn shuts down Astros to complete upset sweep for Athletics

J.T. Ginn twirled six shutout innings, Shea Langeliers homered for a third consecutive game, and the visiting Athletics completed a stunning four-game sweep of the Houston Astros with a 7-1 victory on Sunday.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Nick Kurtz News / Athlon Sports / 15 hours ago

Athletics Announce Nick Kurtz Update After Absence From Lineup

First baseman Nick Kurtz is in his first season with the Athletics after making his debut in late April. The 22-year-old rookie sensation was selected fourth overall by the Athletics just over a year ago in the 2024 MLB Draft.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / 15 hours ago

Reds Seeking Middle-Of-The-Order Bat, Bullpen Upgrades

The trade deadline is now just a few days away and the Reds are looking to buy. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Cincinnati is looking for a middle-of-the-order bat as well as bullpen upgrades.

Blake Treinen News / Field Level Media / 14 hours ago

Dodgers activate RHP Blake Treinen from injured list

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated reliever Blake Treinen from the 60-day injured list on Sunday. The 37-year-old right-hander has been out since mid-April with right forearm tightness.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / 20 hours ago

A's MLB Trade Deadline Could be Quieter Than Expected

In the days leading up to the MLB Trade Deadline, there have been plenty of rumors swirling around the Athletics, whether it's for Brent Rooker, Mason Miller, any of the team's starting pitchers, or a player on an expiring contract.

Nick Kurtz News / Field Level Media / 21 hours ago

Nick Kurtz aims to remain hot as A's pursue series sweep of Astros

One night after becoming the first rookie to produce a four-homer game as part of a historic 6-for-6 performance, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz finished 2-for-4 with a walk in a 5-1 win Saturday over the host Houston Astros.

Athletics News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 27

Top MLB DFS Start‘em/Sit‘em For July 27th

The weekend is ending in style, and fantasy players could end the weekend winning cash prizes in today’s top MLB DFS lineups. Sunday’s 15-game slate will keep the weekend going and could help players win cash prizes.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 27

MLB roundup: Cal Raleigh hits 40th HR in M's win

Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 40th home run to highlight a four-run sixth inning and Julio Rodriguez homered for the fourth time in three games to lead the Seattle Mariners to a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 26

Athletics win third straight over Houston

Shea Langeliers homered for a second consecutive game and a quartet of pitchers paced the Athletics to a 5-1 win over the host Houston Astros on Saturday that clinched this four-game series for the visitors.

Athletics News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 26

Top MLB DFS Start‘em/Sit‘em For July 26th

With the weekend heating up, fantasy players could see another strong top MLB DFS lineups and stacks to win cash prizes. Saturday’s 16-game slate will keep the weekend going and could help players win cash prizes.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 26

Athletics' Nick Kurtz makes MLB history vs. Astros

Athletics rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz became the 20th player in MLB history to have a four-home run game and the first rookie to achieve that feat.

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber inches closer to franchise history vs. Yankees

Blue Jays' hot streak has them in rare (and promising) territory

Six young stars are leading Brewers to breakout season

Mets' Pete Alonso explains using unique tool in on-deck circle

Benches clear in Cardinals-Padres game after Willson Contreras HBP

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Brewers Bring Back Classic Celebration In Alumni Home Run Derby

You ever wish you could see Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder step into the box at American Family Field just one more time? See your favorite former players hit a home run just one more time?

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25