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MLB suspends Mariners OF Victor Robles for conduct in Triple-A game

Major League Baseball suspended Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles for 10 games and fined him an undisclosed amount on Tuesday after a bat-throwing incident during a game Sunday while on rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Tacoma.

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Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Zack Gelof News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 19

Will Player of the Week Honors Earn Zack Gelof a Return to A's Roster?

The 2025 campaign has been a tough one for Zack Gelof, who was hoping to come into the season and put the 2024 campaign behind him. Instead, an injury right before the start of the regular season kept him out until July 4 and in his return he went 2-for-25 while striking out at a 46.4% clip.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / August 19

Mike Yastrzemski Joins Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson in Rare History

The Kansas City Royals won again on Monday night, beating the Texas Rangers 4-3 at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals are now 64-61, and they've crept into the playoff race again.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 19

Kansas City Royals DFA Former A's Outfielder

At 64-61, the Kansas City Royals are still in the hunt for a spot in the postseason, currently sitting 3.5 games back of a Wild Card spot. The Royals are also tied with AL Central foes, the Cleveland Guardians with a .512 winning percentage.

Joe Ryan News / Field Level Media / August 18

Joe Ryan aims to extend stellar campaign when Twins host A's

In a season going downhill for the Minnesota Twins, right-hander Joe Ryan has been a consistent force. Ryan attempts to continue his strong season Tuesday night when the Twins open a three-game series against the Athletics in Minneapolis.

Athletics News / Legends On Deck / August 18

Triple A: Aviators Soar Past Rainiers, Win Series 4-2

The Las Vegas Aviators, Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics, are a tale of two halves this season. After capturing the Pacific Coast League West Division first-half title with a 49-26 record, they have struggled to replicate that success in the second half, sitting at 20-25 and 9.5 games back of first place entering mid-August.

Gio Urshela News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Athletics release Gio Urshela

The A’s have released veteran infielder Gio Urshela, whom they designated for assignment on Friday, per the transaction log at MLB.com. He’ll be able to sign with any team once he clears release waivers.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 18

Recapping Week 21 of the 2025 MiLB Season

We’re halfway through the final full month of the 2025 Minor League season. This past week, Week 21, saw a lot of action, including some from several notable 2024 first-rounders.

Mason Miller News / Sporting News / August 18

Padres prospect traded to Athletics for Mason Miller called up to Double-A

A San Diego Padres prospect traded to the Athletics for Mason Miller was called up to Double-A.

Victor Robles News / Field Level Media / August 18

Mariners' Victor Robles ejected for throwing bat at Triple-A pitcher

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles was ejected from a Triple-A game on Sunday after throwing his bat at a pitcher who nearly hit him with a fastball.

Victor Robles News / Athlon Sports / August 18

Calls Mount for Suspension of Mariners Outfielder After Throwing Bat at Pitcher in AAA Game

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles has played just 10 games this season after suffering a dislocated shoulder in April. The former Washington National is in his second year in Seattle and hit .328 with four home runs and 26 RBI in 77 games after being released from the Nationals in the middle of the season.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 17

MLB roundup: Reds end Brewers' franchise-record win streak

The Milwaukee Brewers' franchise single-season record 14-game win streak came to an end Sunday when Austin Hays of the host Cincinnati Reds singled in TJ Friedl in the bottom of the 10th inning for a 3-2 victory.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 17

Athletics' Teen Phenom Takes Next Big Step Toward the Major Leagues

The Athletics have promoted their top prospect, infielder Leo De Vries, to the Double-A Midland RockHounds, making the 18-year-old the youngest player at that level.

Bob Melvin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Giants rumors: Bob Melvin on hot seat amid collapse

The San Francisco Giants are struggling to find wins in recent months, and their manager might be getting fired soon. A report from USA Today reporter Bob Nightengale states that Bob Melvin is on the hot seat.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 16

Angels’ Zach Neto joins Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani company with 20-20 campaign

The Athletics rolled to a 10-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday at Sutter Health Park, but the game featured a milestone for Angels shortstop Zach Neto.