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Lawrence Butler, Athletics rally past Astros to snap 5-game skid

Lawrence Butler laced a run-scoring single that highlighted a three-run eighth inning and helped carry the visiting Athletics to a 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday.

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Athletics Drop Series Opener: Takeaways From Ugly Shutout Loss

After getting swept by the Royals, the Athletics would not bounce back in Houston. Even with the Athletics' ace on the mound, the team as a whole was unable to muster anything through nine innings.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 22

Several A's Draftees Enjoy Prospect Rankings Boost

This summer, the A's went ahead and added some talent to their already loaded farm system. With a bunch of new talent and talent on the active roster, this team could be really scary over the next few seasons.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 22

'Back to the basics' as Astros pursue series win vs. Athletics

Back-to-back series losses to sub-.500 American League West foes left the Houston Astros searching for answers on Friday in advance of their three-game weekend series against the visiting Athletics.

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 22

3 Players Who Can Help Athletics Finish Strong vs. Astros

The Athletics need someone, anyone, to step up to round out the series. After losing four straight to the Royals and after getting shut out by the Astros on Friday, the Athletics are simply not in a good spot.

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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 22

MLB roundup: Jacob Misiorowski pitches Brewers past Chris Sale, Braves

Jacob Misiorowski pitched six shutout innings and outdueled Chris Sale in a matchup of National League Cy Young Award candidates as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Friday.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 22

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Guerrero Jr., Woo, Dobbins

After a one-week stay on the IL, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. appears to be ready to return. The Blue Jays first baseman, after one rehab game, is likely to return to action against the New York Yankees this coming weekend.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 21

Astros Shut Out Struggling Athletics 4-0

The Athletics opened a three-game series against the Houston Astros, hoping to get back in the win column in the first game of Players’ Weekend. In a matchup between two teams desperate for a win, the Astros emerged victorious, winning the series-opener 4-0 in a game where the A’s never posed a threat.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 21

Yordan Alvarez, Hayden Wesneski lead Astros in shutout of A's

Hayden Wesneski logged five scoreless innings of one-hit ball, Yordan Alvarez and Isaac Paredes posted consecutive RBI doubles in the fifth and the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a three-game intradivision series against the visiting Athletics 4-0 on Friday.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Athletics Acquire Intriguing Power Hitter in Post-Deadline Move

The Athletics added organizational outfield depth Thursday by claiming 26-year-old Johnathan Rodríguez off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and optioning him to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 21

2026 Transactions: Athletics Claim Rodriguez, Orioles DFA Suarez

Former Cleveland outfielder Johnathan Rodriguez found yet another home on August 21, as the power-hitting outfielder was claimed by the Athletics. As for his old team, the Orioles, Baltimore designated pitcher Albert Suarez for assignment.

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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.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 21

A’s roster moves: Wilson to IL, Stefanic & Morris recalled, Rashi optioned

The A’s made several roster moves on Friday afternoon before kicking off their weekend series in Houston, starting by placing young shortstop Jacob Wilson on the 10-day IL among other roster moves: Wilson’s IL placement wasn’t the only move but it was the biggest.

Michael Stefanic News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Athletics Select Michael Stefanic

The Athletics announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Michael Stefanic. He takes the active roster spot of fellow infielder Jacob Wilson, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

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Gage Jump News / Athletics on SI / August 21

Why It Might Be Time To Worry About Athletics' Jump

Gage Jump has jumped up and jumped down since the All-Star Break. Jump was the Athletics' premier arm at one point in the season, no doubt. But after seven starts since the break, Jump has started to become a liability.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 21

Astros aim to dismiss recent woes, focus on Athletics

The schedule appeared to favor Houston entering last weekend, with a nine-game homestand against three teams with losing records providing the Astros an opportunity to create a cushion atop the American League West.

Jacob Wilson News / Athletics on SI / August 21

What Changes for Athletics After Jacob Wilson's Season Ends

On Thursday, the A's announced that Jacob Wilson would be shut down for the remainder of the 2026 season. A few lingering injuries for Wilson will keep him out in hopes of a 100% healthy shortstop for the 2027 season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 21

How Athletics Can Avoid Another Series Loss vs. Astros

Even though the Athletics were pummeled by the Royals in the past series, there is hope for a turnaround vs. the Astros. With the Athletics now 49-79 on the season, there is little hope for a significant push.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 21

MLB roundup: Ninth-inning error helps Cardinals rally past Reds

The St. Louis Cardinals overcame a grand slam with help from a crucial error in the top of the ninth inning, holding on for a 10-9 win over the host Cincinnati Reds on Thursday afternoon.

Tyler Soderstrom News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Athletics Add Player After Season-Ending Tyler Soderstrom News

The Athletics have added outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez after losing another key piece of their young core to a season-ending injury. The club announced that Tyler Soderstrom will undergo surgery on his left hip after a chronic impingement failed to improve.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Athletics provide exciting update on Las Vegas stadium

The Athletics are currently playing in Sacramento, California while the franchise awaits the building of its new stadium in Las Vegas. While the club is not going to make the official move to Nevada until the 2028 season, the organization shared an update on the progress being made on the new stadium.