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In 1976, the Yankees signed Reggie Jackson to a $3.5 million contract; New York won back-to-back World Series titles in 1977 and 1978

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Why Jacob Wilson Could Make Sense As Athletics Trade Candidate

It's no surprise that the A's need to find a way to improve their pitching staff. The best way to land star pitchers without giving up valuable assets is to sign them in free agency.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9

Best Fits For A Ketel Marte Trade

Teams are expected to lay the foundation for their offseason trade talks as the GM Meetings get underway. Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte is one of the biggest names available.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9

Kevin McGonigle Wins AL Rookie Of The Year, Earns PPI Pick For Tigers

The Baseball Writers Association of America announced Monday evening that Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle has won the AL Rookie of the Year award. McGonigle’s win earns Detroit a pick after the first round of the 2027 draft via the Prospect Promotion Incentive.

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How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9

Marlins Interested In Adrian Morejon, Alex Vesia, Sean Newcomb

A recent report from the Miami Herald’s Barry Jackson indicated that the Marlins were looking for upgrades to the rotation, bullpen, and at least one of

Casey Mize News / Just Baseball / November 9

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Casey Mize

Casey Mize is an interesting name entering free agency this offseason. The former No. 1 overall pick has had an up-and-down major league career, dealing with injuries while trying to establish himself as a consistent starting pitcher.

Kirk Gibson News / Athlon Sports / November 9

In 1988, Kirk Gibson hit a pinch-hit walk-off home run in World Series Game 1; the bat he used later sold for $575,912 at auction

Few postseason moments have remained as vivid as the night Kirk Gibson limped to the plate and changed the 1988 World Series. More than three decades later, the bat he carried during that at-bat has become a prized piece of baseball history.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / November 9

Two Under-the-Radar Extension Candidates for Athletics This Offseason

Even though the A's finished fourth in the AL West, the team has plenty of young, talented players who can really make an impact in coming seasons. We have seen the A's make some big extensions over the last few years.

Steven Kwan News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

Looking For A Match In A Steven Kwan Trade

“As we sit here today, we’re expecting Steven Kwan to be a big part of a contending team next year,” Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti

Jeff McNeil News / Athletics on SI / November 8

Why A's Have Crucial Decision To Make on Jeff McNeil

Among the A's many needs this upcoming winter, they need to find a way to add pitching. The team fell out of playoff contention not just because of their many injuries, but also because of the inconsistency of their pitching staff.

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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.

Athletics News / F1 Oversteer / November 8

Liam Lawson’s camp respond to rumours about taking Alex Albon’s Williams seat

Liam Lawson has been unexpectedly linked with Williams amid the ongoing uncertainty over his Racing Bulls future. With just a month to go before the end of the season, Lawson still doesn’t have a contract for next year.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / November 7

Navigating the Weak Catcher Market

Determining what positions your favorite team needs to target this offseason is the easy part. Navigating who is actually available and the pending CBA changes is the hard part.

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Athletics News / EssentiallySports / November 8

Phillies See Another Veteran Walk Away as 7-Year MLB Pitcher Hits Free Agency

7 major league and 21 minor league Philadelphia Phillies players hit free agency at the end of this season. Among them was 7-year MLB veteran Lou Trivino.

Ryan Jeffers News / Just Baseball / November 6

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Ryan Jeffers

Ryan Jeffers enters the 2026-27 free agent market as the top catcher and one of MLB’s most consistent, underrated backstops. Since his debut in 2020, Jeffers’ 111 wRC+ is tied for ninth among primary catchers, while his 82 home runs and 10.9 fWAR both rank 11th.

Blake Treinen News / Athletics on SI / November 6

Why Athletics Should Consider Reuniting With Blake Treinen

One of the biggest needs for the A's this offseason is adding some veteran arms. The pitching staff was filled with inexperienced arms in 2026, and it really showed, as the team finished with the worst bullpen ERA in all of baseball.

Athletics News / F1 Oversteer / November 6

Racing Bulls can’t get over what they saw in 2025 as they decide on Liam Lawson’s F1 future

Liam Lawson’s future in Formula 1 has taken another turn, and it is not a good one for the New Zealander. Lawson is sitting ninth in the standings with 83 points, making him the best driver outside the top four teams.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / November 6

2026 Transactions: Latz, Pages, Varland Among Super 2 Players

It has been a quiet few days after a flurry of roster decisions made late last week. But on November 3, the list of players eligible for arbitration via Super Two was released.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / November 5

Athletics Stun the World Series Champions as They Hire New GM Ahead of 2027

The Athletics finished 2026 with a 5.43 ERA, the worst in MLB— now they just hired the architect behind the Milwaukee Brewers’ success. While all 29 MLB teams are looking up to the Brewers, the Athletics went a step further and snagged a key member from the World Series champions.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / November 5