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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 19
A's Defense Still a Concern
At the conclusion of the 2024 season, Athletics GM David Forst mentioned that the club would have to get better defensively during the off-season, with their internal metrics providing similar data to the public-facing data.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 19
A's Lose Blowout to Houston Astros
The Athletics have lost back-to-back games in blowout fashion, as they lost Wednesday's affair by a score of 11-4. A's ace Luis Severino took the mound for the team and gave the team five innings, allowing a pair of earned runs on nine hits, walking one, and punching out five Houston Astros hitters.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 19
MLB roundup: Rays erase 8-run deficit, stun Orioles
Junior Caminero drove in Yandy Diaz with a seventh-inning single to cap a four-hit performance and give the host Tampa Bay Rays their first lead as they overcame an eight-run deficit to claim a 12-8 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 19
Astros pull away from A's with seven-run 6th inning
Jose Altuve and Victor Caratini each slammed a three-run homer during a seven-run seventh inning to help the Houston Astros maul the Athletics 11-4 on Wednesday night in West Sacramento, Calif.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Astros Make Injury Announcement Before Athletics Game
Maybe Major League Baseball knew what they were doing when they listed Houston Astros left fielder Jose Altuve as a second baseman on the All-Star Game ballot.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 18
The 2025 Royals: Trade Deadline Drama – Promise, Problems, and Possibilities
The Kansas City Royals are heading toward a crucial moment: the July 31st trade deadline. After a fantastic 2024 season where they jumped up by 30 wins (ending at 86-76) and made it back to the playoffs for the first time in eight years, expectations were sky-high.
Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / June 18
Giants activate RHP Justin Verlander off IL to start vs. Guardians
San Francisco Giants right-hander Justin Verlander has been activated from the 15-day injured list and will take the mound on Wednesday night in a start against the Cleveland Guardians.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 18
A's owner selling San Jose Earthquakes to help finance Las Vegas move
John Fisher's name is raised quickly whenever a discussion about the worst owners in sports begins. Fans of the teams he owns are vocal despite years of repeated disappointments.
Matt Holliday News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 18
Colorado Rockies Predicted to Make Legacy Selection in Upcoming MLB Draft
According to MLB Draft guru Kylie McDaniel of ESPN, the Colorado Rockies are going to take another Holliday in this upcoming draft: In his latest mock draft, McDaniel has infielder Ethan Holliday projected to land with the Rockies at No.
Athletics News / Fastball on SI / June 18
Colorado Rockies Make History in Home Run-Reliant Victory Over Washington Nationals
The Colorado Rockies went down early Tuesday night, allowing the Washington Nationals to score a run on a wild pitch in the first inning. But from that point on, the Rockies' spring-loaded bats took complete control of the contest.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Twenty Hottest Bats In The Game Today
Felt like just yesterday sour Mets fans showed signs of buyer's remorse for their newly acquired $765M right fielder. Fast forward to mid-June and there isn't a single hitter you'd rather avoid than New York's Juan Soto.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
2 Athletics who must be on trade block ahead of 2025 deadline
The Athletics started the season really well. They were above .500 for a little bit, but they have since come back to reality. In May, the Athletics finished just 7-21, and they have started June 7-9.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Contact! Wednesday's Base Hit Builder
More fun with numbers as I take you through today's best bets for a base knock. We'll isolate today's MLB slate's pitch-to-contact SPs and which hitters they'll face who've frequently put quality balls in play over the last two weeks (min 20 PAs).
Framber Valdez News / Field Level Media / June 18
Astros' Framber Valdez, facing A's, aims to extend torrid stretch
Framber Valdez is one of the hottest pitchers in the majors, and the left-hander will look to post his seventh consecutive victory when the Houston Astros face the Athletics on Wednesday night at West Sacramento, Calif.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 18
A's Still Short on Vegas Funding, Even With Potential Sale of San Jose Earthquakes
It was reported last night that Athletics owner John Fisher is looking to sell "a control interest" in the San Jose Earthquakes, a team that Sportico values at around $600 million.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Red Sox Predicted to Add A’s Flame-Throwing Reliever via Trade
The Boston Red Sox placed themselves at the center of MLB trade activity following a blockbuster deal that sent designated hitter Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 18
BvP Report: Today's Batter Versus Pitcher Data, 6/18
When starting our due diligence for the MLB daily routine, the question often arises — which hitters have faced the opposing SP multiple times in the past?
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Astros trade for Brewers infielder amid Athletics series
The Houston Astros made a quiet but calculated move during their series on the road against the Athletics in West Sacramento, acquiring power-hitting first baseman Wes Clarke from the Milwaukee Brewers.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18
A’s Notes: Ginn, Gelof, Fisher
The A’s activated J.T. Ginn from the injured list on Tuesday, but the 26-year-old righty is not immediately returning to the rotation. Manager Mark Kotsay said before Tuesday’s game that Ginn would be available out of the bullpen (via Jessica Kleinschmidt).
Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 17
Longtime Major League Pitcher Working Toward, Waiting For Perhaps a Final MLB Job
Veteran Rich Hill is sticking with the Kansas City Royals on his minor league deal. That’s according to reporting from Robert Murray of FanSided, who said Hill let the deadline to opt out of his minor league contract expire.
Nick Kurtz News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17
A’s rookie delivered the Bat Flip of the Year after walking off Astros
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz made his dreams come true Monday night against the Houston Astros. Every baseball player dreams of making the big leagues and hitting a walk-off home run against a high-caliber pitcher.
Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 17
2025 MLB All-Star Front-Runners: Shortstop Edition
The best time in all of sports has officially arrived: the summer of baseball. What does that mean exactly? Every other league takes a backseat while Major League Baseball drives through the warm months as the only professional sport with competitive games.
Luis Guillorme News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17
Astros 3B Luis Guillorme makes sick diving catch
Houston Astros infielder Luis Guillorme on Monday submitted his bid for this season’s Catch of the Year. The Astros led the Athletics 1-0 in the bottom of the fourth inning at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, Calif.
Drew Avans News / Yardbarker / June 15
Drew Avans collects first major league RBI in Brewers debut
After his release from the Athletics, the Milwaukee Brewers claimed outfielder Drew Avans off waivers on June 8. Just three games into his Triple-A stint with the Nashville Sounds, he was promoted to Milwaukee’s major league roster.
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