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On YouTubeAthletics News / Sport Relay / May 18
Rangers Falter against Astros in Series Finale 
ARLINGTON, Texas (May 18) — The Texas Rangers settled for a four-game series split with the Houston Astros, losing 4–3 Sunday afternoon. Isaac Paredes had a big three-run homer in the eighth to give the Astros the lead and the win.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 18
Dodgers release Chris Taylor, activate Tommy Edman from IR
The Los Angeles Dodgers released longtime contributor Chris Taylor on Sunday and activated infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman from the 10-day injured list.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Mets Release Former Yankees Prospect Amid Subway Series
The New York Mets and New York Yankees will play a rubber game tonight, on May 18, as the initial Subway Series of 2025 rolls on. The Yankees took game one on Friday as Carlos Rodon outlasted Tylor Megill on the mound, yielding a 6-2 victory for the Bronx Bombers.
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Ryan Noda News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 18
Los Angeles Angels DFA A's Fan Favorite
The Los Angeles Angels have designated Ryan Noda for assignment, according to his MLB.com player page. The 29-year-old had been claimed off waivers from the Athletics in November, but was unable to crack the Angels roster in 2025, spending his time in the organization in Triple-A Salt Lake.
Jason Alexander News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Astros Claim Jason Alexander From Athletics
The Athletics announced that right-hander Jason Alexander has been claimed off waivers by the Astros. Alexander was designated for assignment by the West Sacramento club earlier this week.
Aaron Nola News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Phillies Trade Idea Adds Former Cy Young Finalist After Aaron Nola Move
If the Philadelphia Phillies’ latest World Series window is closing, it might be time to add a former All-Star pitcher who is all too familiar with the NL East.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 18
The A's Could Use Pitching, But May Have to Get Creative to Improve
The Athletics have been fairly competitive this season, holding a 22-24 record while being firmly in the mix in the AL West. They're on a four-game skid at the moment, but they are also about to finish up arguably their toughest stretch of games this season, facing the Mariners, Yankees, Dodgers, and Giants in back-to-back series.
Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / May 18
Justin Verlander faces A's, still in search of first win with Giants
Justin Verlander will be seeking to end a career-worst winless streak to open a season when he faces one of his favorite opponents, the Athletics, as the host San Francisco Giants go for a three-game sweep in the interleague series Sunday afternoon.
Athletics News / Fastball on SI / May 18
San Francisco Giants Notch Historic Walk-Off Walk in Extra-Inning Win Over Athletics
It was only fitting that Saturday's showdown between the Athletics and San Francisco Giants was decided by patience at the plate. All-Star closer Mason Miller took the mound for the A's in the bottom of the 10th inning of a scoreless affair, then issued a walk to the first batter he faced.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 18
MLB roundup: Red Sox rally, walk off on Rafael Devers HR
Rafael Devers' leadoff home run in the bottom of the ninth inning helped the Boston Red Sox come back from five runs down to beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 7-6 on Saturday night.
Athletics News / Sport Relay / May 18
Giants Nip Athletics in Extras after Walk-off Walk in Pitchers’ Duel
SAN FRANCISCO (May 17) — The Athletics must be tired of Wilmer Flores. A 10th-inning bases-loaded walk by Flores, after fouling off several Mason Miller pitches, gave the San Francisco Giants a 1–0 win over the Athletics.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 18
A's Drop Game 2 Against Giants in 10th Inning Walk-Off Walk
The Athletics dropped the second game of the series against the San Francisco Giants after star closer Mason Miller walked Wilmer Flores to bring in the game-winning run.
Wilmer Flores News / Field Level Media / May 18
Giants edge Athletics on Wilmer Flores' bases-loaded walk in 10th
Major league RBI leader Wilmer Flores drew a nine-pitch walk with the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of the 10th inning Saturday night, allowing the host San Francisco Giants to walk off the Athletics 1-0 in their rivalry series.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 17
Former New York Mets Prospect to Return to A's Rotation on Monday
When the A's decided to option right-hander Osvaldo Bido to Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday, it seemed pretty clear that former New York Mets prospect J.T.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17
Wilmer Flores ties Aaron Judge for RBI leader in huge night vs. Athletics
Wilmer Flores put Oracle Park on his back Friday night. The veteran infielder delivered a jaw-dropping performance against the Oakland Athletics, driving in all seven of the San Francisco Giants’ runs in what became a lopsided 7-0 rivalry lead in the bottom of the sixth.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16
3 early Washington Nationals trade targets ahead of 2025 deadline
The Washington Nationals have shown flashes of talent throughout the first two months of the season. Their four-game winning streak against the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers surprised many fans.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Athletics make sweeping changes to pitching staff after blowout loss
The pitching staff took a beating on Thursday. The Dodgers put up 19 runs.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 16
Auburn Baseball Going Viral After First-Base Coach Hits Home Run During Game
In "Moneyball" (2011), Billy Beane, played by Brad Pitt, asks the question, “How can you not be romantic about baseball?” This quote encapsulates the unpredictable, beautiful moments that sports bring to our lives.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15
Longtime MLB utility man announces retirement
Veteran infielder/outfielder Tony Kemp has announced his retirement via social media (X link, Instagram link). “After 12 years of professional baseball and nine seasons in the big leagues, I’ve decided to hang up the spikes,” Kemp wrote.
Shohei Ohtani News / Fastball on SI / May 14
ESPN MLB Insider Gives Definitive and Solid Answer on Shohei Ohtani's Pitching Future
Earlier this week, we heard that the Los Angeles Dodgers won't have Shohei Ohtani pitch until after the All-Star break. Ohtani hasn't thrown in a game since 2023 after undergoing elbow surgery, and because of his importance as a hitter, the team can't send him on a traditional rehab assignment.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Dodgers-A's dugout dichotomy shows chasm of opinions with Pete Rose reinstatement
Even after he was reinstated by Major League Baseball, it's clear that many of the current players (and even a manager) are uncomfortable talking about Pete Rose and what his legacy in the game might really be.
Luis Robert News / Just Baseball / May 13
Luis Robert Jr. Walked So Luis Robert Jr. Could Run
If I were Luis Robert Jr., I’d want to run too. The former All-Star plays on the worst team in the American League. He has been the subject of countless trade rumors for years.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / May 13
The A’s Have Handled Their Roster Logjam Perfectly
The Athletics are starting to show that last season’s .500 record in the second half was truly the beginning of better baseball. They enter May 13 with a 21-20 record and a 7.0% chance of making the postseason, according to Baseball Reference.
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