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Mariners set season highs in hits, runs in historic rout of Athletics

Cole Young homered and drove in five runs and Randy Arozarena went deep and had four RBIs as the Seattle Mariners mauled the Athletics 19-1 on Saturday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

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Yankees Make Stunning Move as Scout’s 30-Year Run With Organization Comes to an End

It is not often that you hear of an individual working for 30 years in the same organization, but those who do are surely trustworthy and adaptable. For the Yankees, one such example was Victor Mata.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 13

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Alvarez, Luzardo, Culpepper

For the last month, Jesús Luzardo’s been the best pitcher in the Phillies’ rotation. But the club didn’t have Luzardo available against the Braves on September 12, less than a week after a complete-game shutout against Atlanta.

Shea Langeliers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Athletics Activate Shea Langeliers

The A’s reinstated Shea Langeliers from the 15-day IL ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Mariners. The All-Star catcher has been out since late July with a torn meniscus in his right knee.

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 12

2026 Transactions: Nationals Claim Hampton, D-Backs Call Up Smith

Over the past few months & years, several ex-Yankees pitching prospects have landed with the Nationals. Add another one to that list, as Chase Hampton was claimed by the club on September 12.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jesus Sanchez News / Lindy's Sports / September 12

Blue Jays Make Right Call Cutting 'Disaster' Jesus Sanchez

On Friday, September 11, the Toronto Blue Jays announced they cut outfielder Jesus Sanchez, as they designated the veteran for assignment, the first step to releasing him from their roster.

Bryan Woo News / Field Level Media / September 12

Mariners' Bryan Woo strives to maintain dominance over A's

Bryan Woo has dominated the Athletics throughout his four-year career but he may have raised his level to new heights last Sunday. Six days after tossing

J.T. Ginn News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Athletics Get Season-Ending Update During Mariners Series

The Athletics received a disappointing update on starting pitcher J.T. Ginn during their series against the Seattle Mariners. The right-hander is highly unlikely to pitch again this season as he continues to recover from a right elbow injury.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 12

Athletics' September Magic Continues in Opening Win vs. Seattle

The Athletics would keep the ball rolling with yet another win against a potential playoff team. With Friday's win, the Athletics have now won seven of their last 10 games, which is tied for the best record in the American League during this stretch.

Hunter Bigge News / Athletics on SI / September 12

Why Hunter Bigge Addition Could Be Underrated Athletics Move

One of the biggest issues the A's have had this season is their pitching staff. It seemed like the club could have a chance at the playoffs this year, but the issues on the mound, as well as injuries, derailed that over the last couple of months.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 12

How Athletics Can End Series vs. Mariners in Game 2

The Athletics were able to steal an extra-inning thriller in the series opener, but they might not be as lucky in Game 2. In the last ten games, the Athletics are 7-3, a mark that is tied for the best in the American League.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 12

MLB roundup: Rays, Brewers become first teams to clinch playoff berths

Junior Caminero launched a mammoth walk-off home run in the ninth inning Friday night, sending the Tampa Bay Rays to the postseason by virtue of a 3-1 win over the Houston Astros in St.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 12

A's again play spoiler vs. Mariners with walk-off win in 10

Donovan Walton led off the bottom of the 10th inning with a two-run, walk-off homer to right as the Athletics recorded a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night at West Sacramento, Calif.