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A's Brent Rooker Has Big Disadvantage in the Home Run Derby

A's slugger Brent Rooker is set to compete in Monday's Home Run Derby, and he'll be up against some of the top players in the game. Former teammate Byron Buxton and AL West rival (and home run leader) Cal Raleigh are just two of the participants that will be joining Rooker in taking hacks.

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Athletics seek series win over Jays heading into All-Star break

Three major league organizations parted ways with Brent Rooker before the Athletics landed him via waivers from the Kansas City Royals following the 2022 season.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 13

MLB roundup: Garrett Crochet tosses first shutout in Red Sox win

In his 51st career start, Garrett Crochet accomplished two feats in one dominant outing: his first career complete game and first career shutout. And that was all the Boston Red Sox needed to walk away with a 1-0 win over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday.

Brent Rooker News / Field Level Media / July 13

All-Star Brent Rooker powers Athletics past Blue Jays

All-Star Brent Rooker hit a tiebreaking two-run homer and drove in three runs overall to lead the Athletics to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Multiple teams showing interest In DJ LeMahieu

It’s been just two days since the Yankees officially released veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu, but that hasn’t stopped him from attempting to get back onto the field.

Yankees' uncertain third base plans should make fans nervous

Yankees Get Barely-Passing Midseason Grade

Yankees Outfielder Dodges $25 Million Question About Future

Yankees Catcher Drawing Significant Trade Interest

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 12

From No. 42 to 147: A List of Potential Rays Draft Prospects

The 2025 MLB Draft begins Sunday evening, and Tampa Bay Rays brass have been hard at work identifying and selecting prospects to bring into the fold. Beyond the Rays' first-round pick at No.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Mariners’ Cal Raleigh emerges as betting favorite to win 2025 Home Run Derby

The 2025 Home Run Derby is just two days away. The derby is always one of the top events to watch in sports, as there is nothing like seeing a ton of baseballs being hit out of the park.

Nick Kurtz News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

A's Nick Kurtz is Mashing His Way Into the Rookie of the Year Conversation

On Friday night against the Toronto Blue Jays, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz slugged his 16th home run of the season against future Hall-of-Famer, Max Scherzer.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Field Level Media / July 12

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. out to add to milestone against A's

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is in his seventh big league season but still only 26. He's also the newest member of the Blue Jays' 1,000-hit club, and he will look to add a few more to the total when Toronto visits the Athletics on Saturday night in the middle contest of a three-game series at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

A's Luis Severino on Speaking Up, Conversation with David Forst

The highest-paid player in A's franchise history, Luis Severino, has been written about plenty this season due to his poor performance at home and his comments about the field itself.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Toronto Blue Jays History vs. Athletics

Prior to the 2025 MLB season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. spent quite a bit of time in the headlines. Guerrero Jr., having spent his entire career with the Toronto Blue Jays, bet on himself ahead of his most recent contract negotiations.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 12

MLB roundup: Yanks bomb Cubs on Cody Bellinger's 3 HRs

Cody Bellinger hit three homers for the first time in his career and drove in six runs, Carlos Rodon allowed four hits in eight outstanding innings, and the host New York Yankees ran their winning streak to five games with an 11-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 12

Jays top A's as Max Scherzer gets first win with Toronto

Alejandro Kirk and Nathan Lukes each drove in two runs during a six-run fifth inning and Max Scherzer picked up his first win of the season as the Toronto Blue Jays held on for a 7-6 victory over the Athletics on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 12

Missing Jacob Wilson, A's Fall to Blue Jays

The A's entered their series against the Toronto Blue Jays without Jacob Wilson, who manager Mark Kotsay said would be available off the bench, if needed, and was considered for the starting lineup.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 11

Reports: Matt Olson to replace Ronald Acuna Jr. in Home Run Derby

Matt Olson will replace Atlanta Braves teammate and fellow All-Star Ronald Acuna Jr. in Monday's Home Run Derby. This marks Olson's second Home Run Derby after he participated in 2021 when he was with the Oakland Athletics.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 11

Toronto Blue Jays Projected as Fit For A's Lefty

The Toronto Blue Jays could use some pitching depth as they look to return to the postseason after missing the party last season. At 54-39, they sit atop the crowded AL East, two games above the New York Yankees, 4.5 up on the Tampa Bay Rays, and five up on the Boston Red Sox.

Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Braves' Spencer Strider Has Strong Words After Athletics Loss

Starting pitcher Spencer Strider is in his fifth major-league season as a member of the Atlanta Braves. The right-hander was selected in the fourth round of the 2020 MLB Draft and made his big-league debut in 2021.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 11

The Blue Jays’ Biggest Deadline Need Could Cause a Logjam

What a difference a year can make. The vibes around the Toronto Blue Jays this season are different from last year as we barrel toward the MLB trade deadline.

Jazz Chisholm News / LWOSports.com / July 11

2025 Home Run Derby: Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. Grabs Final Spot

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby will occur on Monday, and the eight-player field is complete, for the moment at least. However, one of those confirmed spots is a little questionable.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

Rumor: Pirates Might Be Sellers and Buyers at Trade Deadline

Pittsburgh Pirates fans have become used to the annual exodus of expiring contracts at the trade deadline. However, there might be more to this coming deadline for the Pirates.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Yankees Relief Search Begins With Intriguing Sextet

It’s the worst-kept secret in baseball. The Yankees need pitching help. Essentially, they should be in on every above-average pitcher who could become available as the July 31st Trade Deadline approaches. For now, let’s focus on relief help.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10

MLB finalizes Home Run Derby field

The field is set for the Home Run Derby.

Jazz Chisholm's two homers, four RBIs lead Yankees past Mariners

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10

Pitcher scouts once preferred over Ohtani set to return to Japan

Pitcher scouts once preferred over Shohei Ohtani set to return to Japan

Scouts once viewed Shintaro Fujinami as the better pitcher to Shohei Ohtani.

Mariners slugger passes MLB legend as he continues historic pace

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 10

What Do the Athletics Have to Sell at the Deadline?

Despite changing cities, the Athletics have not changed circumstances. They once again find themselves in familiar territory as deadline sellers. Their better than expected start to the season was quickly flipped and they now sit at 38-56, comfortably in last place in the AL West.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / July 9

Braves Send Struggling Didier Fuentes to Triple-A, Recall Nathan Wiles to Aid Rotation

The Atlanta Braves made a roster move on Wednesday, recalling right-hander Nathan Wiles from Triple-A Gwinnett and optioning Didier Fuentes following his brutal start against the Athletics.