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A's Top Prospect Puts Power on Display With Multi-Homer Game Against Dodgers

One of the top prospects in all of baseball had himself a day in the Athletics' spring training game against the defending World Series champions. Leo De Vries, MLB Pipeline's No.

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2026 Transactions: Cubs & D-Backs Spring Cuts, Nationals Sign Littell

With the middle of March approaching, MLB teams have begun to increase the rate of 2026 Spring Training roster cuts. The Cubs, Diamondbacks, and Guardians were among the many teams to trim their rosters down on March 8.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / March 8

A’s Prospects Help Club Sweep Spring Double-Header

Following a rough day yesterday, the Athletics flipped the script today, winning both games of the spring training split-squad double-header to end the weekend on a positive note.

Leo De Vries News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 8

A's Top Prospect Goes Deep Twice Against Los Angeles Dodgers

Maybe it's because he was a San Diego Padres prospect at this time last year, but A's top prospect Leo De Vries went completely bonkers against the Los Angeles Dodgers in his first appearance against them this spring.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 8

WBC roundup: Cuba starts strong in defeat of Colombia

Ariel Martinez and Erisbel Arruebarrena each homered as Cuba got off to a hot start and coasted to a 7-4 win over Colombia in Pool A play of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday at San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / March 8

Spring Training Double Header: A’s vs Dodgers/A’s vs. Angels

Happy Sunday A’s fans! For the second straight day, the Athletics will play a split-squad double header. Yesterday, the A’s dropped both games as the squad that remained in Arizona lost to the Chicago Cubs 4-3.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 8

Jacob Wilson Has a Message For A's Fans in the Bay Area

The A's are spending the weekend in Summerlin, Nevada for Big League Weekend, getting in a pair of games against the Los Angeles Angels in front of their soon-to-be home fans in the Silver State.

Jacob Nottingham News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 8

Mariners Re-Sign Jacob Nottingham To Minor League Deal

The Mariners have re-signed catcher Jacob Nottingham to a minor league deal, as noted in the transactions tracker on Nottingham’s MLB.com profile page.

Darell Hernaiz News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 8

Darell Hernaiz Making His Case For A's Roster With Game-Winner in WBC

While the A's were busy getting blanked by the Los Angeles Angels in Las Vegas, Darell Hernaiz—a player that may not even be on the A's Opening Day roster—was creating core memories for a generation.

Athletics News / Stadium Rant / March 8

The Yankees’ Prospect Problems Are Getting Worse in 2026

The New York Yankees are known for their homegrown legends, ranging from Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle to Derek Jeter and Aaron Judge. Several historical teams, including Murderers’ Row and the late 1990s dynasty, had players who were part of the Yankees’ farm system.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Athletics News / Football Analysis / March 8

Cardinals Torch $230M Investment As Murray Walks Free—GM Lied

“I wanted nothing more than to be the one to end the 77-year drought for this organization,” Kyler Murray wrote in an emotional post on X following news of his release.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / March 7

Puerto Rico Knocks Off Panama In 2026 World Baseball Classic Thanks To Walk-Off Home Run From Darell Hernáiz

San Juan had every reason to panic. Down 2-1 heading into the late innings, Puerto Rico looked like they were about to drop a stunner on their own turf against Panama.

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The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 7

Why the A's Closer Battle Might Already Be Decided

After the A's traded Mason Miller to the San Diego Padres at last year's trade deadline, the question on everyone's minds was who would take over the duties in the ninth inning.

Shea Langeliers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 6

A’s Have Shown Interest In Extension With Shea Langeliers

The A’s have been the most active team in baseball when it comes to extending young players over the past year and are still trying to ink a few members of their young core of hitters to long-term deals.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 6

Top Prospects in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is underway and we’ve already seen a ton of action from the world’s best players. There’s something so refreshing about being able to watch teams from all around the planet and seeing said teams send the best players they’ve got to face off in a tournament.

Dominic Keegan News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Rays Hoping 2022 Fourth-Rounder is Their Future Behind the Dish

Dominic Keegan has been kicked around as one of the Tampa Bay Rays’ top catching prospects for quite some time. He began his professional career in 2022 after being drafted in the fourth round out of Vanderbilt University.

Athletics News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5

NFC Notes: Kyler Murray, Trent McDuffie, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks

Aaron Wilson reports that the 49ers will meet with Missouri LB Khalil Jacobs around his Pro Day on March 20. Matt Maiocco reports that San Francisco promoted assistant OL coach Cameron Clemmons to be their new tight ends coach.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

Can Christian Pache Make the Mets Roster?

Christian Pache, who has not played in the Majors since 2024, has been off to a red-hot start in spring training. While the Mets have signed him to a minor-league deal, if Pache continues his success so far, he may earn a spot on the roster.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Angels Announce Mike Trout Move Before Athletics Game

The Los Angeles Angels added several notable bounce‑back candidates in MLB free agency, hoping that at least a few of them can meaningfully elevate the roster.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 5

Athletics GM keeps door ajar for Kyler Murray's return to baseball

With Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray about to be released — and owed $36 million in guaranteed money next season — an unexpected door may be opening. Murray hasn’t played baseball in years, but the Oakland Athletics still hold his MLB rights after selecting him ninth overall in the 2018 MLB Draft.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 4

Spring training roundup: United States routs Rockies in WBC prep

The United States national team routed the Colorado Rockies 14-4 in its second double-digit win of the World Baseball Classic exhibitions on Wednesday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 5

Unlikely suitor willing to give Kyler Murray a new home

The Arizona Cardinals are set to release quarterback Kyler Murray when the NFL's new year begins on March 11. While he is expected to have several suitors, one unlikely team is leaving the door open.

Four landing spots for Murray

Tua Tagovailoa linked to new team

NFL teams have crazy demand to take on Tagovailoa's contract

Aaron Rodgers reveals major update about contract status with Steelers

Isaiah Likely opens up about probably not having Lamar Jackson as his QB

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 4