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Wild Things — Walk Prop Data Drop, 6/7

As betting becomes more and more ubiquitous, we've witnessed an ever-growing interest in player props, perceived as somewhat softer markets due to access and specialization.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 7

A's host Orioles in search of rare third consecutive win

The Athletics will arrive at the ballpark Saturday night boasting consecutive victories for the first time since early May. Then they'll look for their first three-game winning streak since April 30-May 2 when they face the Baltimore Orioles at West Sacramento, Calif.

Denzel Clarke News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 7

A's OF Denzel Clarke's Jaw-Dropping Catch Against Baltimore Orioles

When the Athletics selected centerfielder Denzel Clarke in the fourth round of the 2021 MLB Draft, he was a raw product that had off-the-charts athleticism.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 7

Today's MLB Probable Starters And Odds, 6/7

"Give me six hours to chop down a tree, I'll spend the first four sharpening the axe." Part of the struggle betting baseball on a daily basis comes down to handling the massive amount of subsequent data.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 7

MLB roundup: Giants score on wild pitch to edge Braves in 10th

Tyler Fitzgerald, who was picked off to end the ninth inning, raced home as the 10th-inning automatic runner on a two-out, two-strike wild pitch by Atlanta Braves reliever Pierce Johnson, giving the host San Francisco Giants a 5-4 victory on Friday.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 7

A's Keep Momentum Going Against Baltimore Orioles

The A's have won back-to-back games for the first time since early May following tonight's win against the Baltimore Orioles. JP Sears collected the win for the team, and he tossed five innings but allowed four earned runs.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 7

Mason Miller's five-out save caps Athletics' win over Orioles

Jacob Wilson recorded three hits and two RBIs, Denzel Clarke made a spectacular catch and Mason Miller posted a five-out save to help the Athletics notch a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 7

Athletics’ Home Run Problems Big Component of 2-20 Skid

With ballpark dimensions of 403 feet to center field, 325 feet to right, and 330 to left in the heat of Sacramento, baseballs will fly in Sutter Health Park.

Shea Langeliers News / Field Level Media / June 6

Athletics place C Shea Langeliers (oblique) on IL

The Athletics placed catcher Shea Langeliers on the 10-day injured list Friday due to a left oblique strain. Langeliers was injured during a sixth-inning at-bat in a 14-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 6

A's to be Without Big Bat

The Athletics have gone just 2-20 in their past 22 games, and on Friday their task to turn things around just got a bit tougher. The team announced ahead of their series-opener against the Baltimore Orioles that catcher Shea Langeliers has been placed on the IL.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 6

A's Win Big in Offensive Outburst; Begin Series Against Red-Hot Orioles

The A's broke their second-longest skid of the year in what would be the "final hour" on Thursday in their day game finale vs. the Twins. It was a statement game for the A's, and a glimpse of what the team's identity could be with great production from their lineup and solid pitching.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6

A's agree to minor-league deals with pair of players

The A’s have agreed to minor league deals with a pair of old friends, signing outfielder Nick Martini and righty Aaron Brooks, per the transaction log at MLB.com.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6

Athletics to select Seth Brown

The Athletics are going to call infielder/outfielder Seth Brown back up the majors, reports Martín Gallegos of MLB.com.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / June 7

Security confronts A's fan over simple message on his T-shirt

The A's, formerly of Oakland, currently transitioning to Las Vegas via a three-year plan playing at Triple-A Sutter Health Park, clearly have some disgruntled fans.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 6

A's Facing Baltimore Orioles at the Wrong Time

The Athletics won just their second game in 22 chances on Thursday, snapping a nine-game losing streak that had an 11-game losing streak right before it, broken up by a single win.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Wild Things — Walk Prop Data Drop

As betting becomes more and more ubiquitous, we've witnessed an ever-growing interest in player props, perceived as somewhat softer markets due to access and specialization.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Phillies Make Curious Roster Move After Blowout Loss to Blue Jays

Rarely, if ever, does a transaction involving a minor-league infielder with a single MLB appearance truly make news. Then again, rarely do those transactions involve a player suspended for gambling.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 5

Athletics Prospect to Lead Rotation One Day

After the Athletics drafted him 73rd in the 2024 MLB draft, Gage Jump has given hope to the organization. Following a successful 2021 high school season in which he committed to UCLA, the Padres drafted him in the 18th round.

Jay Groome News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 5

San Diego Padres Dump Former Top Prospect Jay Groome After Gambling Suspension

The San Diego Padres are non-tendering left-handed pitcher Jay Groome, The Athletic's Dustin Lin reported Thursday. Groome was suspended for one year in June 2024 after violating MLB's gambling policy, betting less than $1,000 on big league games while in the minors.

Athletics News / LWOSports.com / June 5

5 Blockbuster Trade Targets That Could Transform the SF Giants

The San Francisco Giants have hit an offensive lull over their past 16 games. They have struggled to score over four runs in this stretch. Luckily, they’re still winning games due to their elite pitching staff, but clearly, this is a problem they need to solve.

Ryan Cusick News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 4

Ryan Cusick Claimed By White Sox, Optioned To Triple-A Charlotte

CHICAGO – The White Sox claimed Ryan Cusick off waivers from Detroit on Wednesday and optioned him to Triple-A Charlotte. A 6-foot-6, right-handed pitcher, Cusick began the season in the Athletics' organization with the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators.