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The Athletics Should Reunite With This Southpaw This Winter

The A's will look to add several players to their roster this winter before the start of the 2027 season. They are coming off a rough 2026 season, and adding to their pitching staff will be the first priority for the organization.

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Detroit Tigers Sign Veteran Catcher During World Series

The Detroit Tigers re-signed catcher Carlos Pérez to a minor-league contract, adding organizational depth behind the plate as the World Series continues.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 28

This World Series Pitcher Could Shine in New Role With A’s

The A's organization has always been known for its "moneyball" approach, in which they find cheap players that can still provide elite production for the team.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 27

Two Outfielders Athletics Need More From in 2027

Despite the rough record this season, we saw the A's get some elite production from players we might not have expected. Henry Bolte came up from the minors early in the season and instantly became one of the best players on the team.

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The 'Youngest 45-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit at least 45 homers in a single season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The '2nd-most HRs in one season by team' quiz

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Max Muncy News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 27

A’s Max Muncy Undergoes Knee Debridement

The Athletics announced that infielder Max Muncy underwent a debridement surgery to address cartilage damage in his left knee. He also received a platelet-rich plasma injection.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 26

Cincinnati Reds Rule 5 and 40-Man Roster Outlook

The Cincinnati Reds are coming off a disappointing 75-win season that failed to build on any momentum from their 2025 playoff berth. While Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart made headlines throughout the season, the Reds proved they weren’t deep enough in either the lineup or the rotation.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 26

How Should the Yankees Build Their 2027 Roster?

The New York Yankees won 93 games, thrashed their hated rivals in Boston in the Wild Card Series, and sported one of the best rotations in their franchise’s history.

Shea Langeliers News / Athletics on SI / October 26

The Interesting Dilemma Athletics Face With Shea Langeliers

As the A's head into the offseason coming off a disappointing 2026 season, changes will have to be made, and some have actually already been made. Since the organization mutually parted ways with David Forst, they elected to bring in Taylor Smith to serve as their President of Baseball Operations.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 26

Yankees Veteran Announces Retirement After a Decade in the MLB

The New York Yankees are searching for fresh arms to revive a bullpen that desperately needs reinforcements. But just when the Bronx Bombers could use a familiar, reliable hand, one of their former trusted relievers is making sure that reunion will never happen.

Luis Severino News / Athletics on SI / October 25

How Luis Severino Decision Shapes Athletics' Offseason

Because the A's had a disappointing 2026 season, there are lots of moves that need to be made so that the team can have a successful season in 2027. The team has already brought in a new President of Baseball Operations , Taylor Smith.

Renato Nunez News / EssentiallySports / October 25

32YO Pro Smashes & Breaks Bat in Frustration During Tense Scenes in Baseball Game

A replay review and a denied hit-by-pitch ruling later, 32-year-old Renato Nunez was already at the end of his patience on Friday night in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP).

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Austin Wells News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 24

Austin Wells’ Impact On The Yankees’ Offseason

The Yankees were connected to pretty much every vaguely available catcher last season. The rumblings stemmed from a need to improve an Aaron Judge-less lineup, along with the struggles of the in-house options.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 24

'RIP': Prayers Pour In as Warriors Honor 59-Year-Old Longtime Reporter During Grizzlies Game

The Bay Area sports media landscape is celebrating the memory of someone who gave life to the fanbase. The Warriors, Giants, and A’s community was left with a big void after the passing of veteran sportswriter Michael “Wags” Wagaman.

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The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 24

The Athletics Pitching Prospect Who Could Transform 2027 Season

The A's are hopefully in for an exciting season in 2027, where the team will look to stay healthy and make a push for the postseason. Because the AL West is one of the worst divisions in baseball, it is a great opportunity to make a run.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 24

Former Kansas City Royals First Baseman Has Died

Todd Benzinger, the switch-hitting first baseman who provided a midseason spark for the 1991 Kansas City Royals and later helped shape one of the franchise’s best hitters, died Wednesday at age 63.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Offseason Outlook: New York Yankees

After another postseason letdown, the Yankees will focus on rebuilding the bullpen and figuring out how to remake a one-dimensional offense. Guaranteed

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Former San Francisco Giants First Baseman Has Died

Todd Benzinger, a nine-year Major League Baseball veteran who played first base for the San Francisco Giants from 1993 to 1995, died on October 21 at the age of 63.

Hideki Matsui News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 23

Hideki Matsui receives message from Yankees after landing managing job with Japanese team

On Friday, New York Yankees legend Hideki Matsui was named manager of the Yomiuri Giants in Japan. He played for the same team for 10 seasons before heading to New York in 2003.

Stephen Vogt News / Field Level Media / October 22

Guardians' Stephen Vogt shuts down Mariners rumors: 'I'm coming back'

Manager Stephen Vogt dismissed speculation Thursday that he would leave the Guardians for the Seattle Mariners, saying in Cleveland, "I'm here. I'm coming

Athletics News / Field Level Media / October 22

1990 World Series champ Todd Benzinger dies at 63

Todd Benzinger, the first baseman for the Cincinnati Reds' 1990 World Series championship team, died Wednesday at age 63. He caught the final out of the World Series as Cincinnati completed a four-game sweep of the Oakland Athletics.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / October 21

6 Starters With Opt-Outs or Options Who Could Reshape MLB's Pitching Market

While there are still a few playoff games left this fall, it's never too early to start looking at some of the names that could be on the move in the offseason.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / October 19

Athletics hire Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations

The Athletics hired Taylor Smith as their new president of baseball operations on Monday. Smith, 31, spent the past two seasons as senior vice president and assistant general manager for the Boston Red Sox after seven years with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 19

Athletics hire new president of baseball operations poached from Red Sox

Coming off a second straight season in Sacramento, the Athletics are poised to make their long-awaited move to Las Vegas after the 2027 campaign. GM David Forst, who served in various capacities with the A’s since 2000, was fired in August.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 19

Athletics, O's hired their future and here's what each new boss must do first

Athletics, Orioles hired their future and here's what each new boss must do first

Both announcements landed on the same day, yet both men are walking into jobs that could not be more different … or more urgent.

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Chris Bassitt News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Chris Bassitt Opens Up on Potential MLB Retirement Decision

Chris Bassitt wants to pitch in 2027, giving the veteran right-hander another opportunity to prove himself after an injury-interrupted first season with the Baltimore Orioles.