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Nationals Player Leaves Organization Amid All-Star Break

Matt Krook is back on the open market after ending his stint with the Washington Nationals during the MLB All-Star break. The left-handed reliever elected free agency after clearing outright waivers rather than accepting an assignment to Triple-A Rochester.

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Matt Krook Elects Free Agency

The Nationals announced that left-hander Matt Krook, whom they designated for assignment a few days ago, cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Rochester.

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The 25 greatest postseason home runs

There isn't another sport that has more tense moments come playoff time than baseball. As a result, every swing of the bat lends itself to a potential history-defining moment, particularly the later the game gets. Let's take a look at some of the most historic home run swings that defined a postseason.

Nick Kurtz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

The reason Athletics’ Nick Kurtz, Jared Carrabis have beef

A lighthearted debate over who’s the best player on the Athletics has turned into a good-natured “feud” between rising A’s star Nick Kurtz and baseball personality Jared Carrabis, and the disagreement centers on a name every Oakland fan knows well: Shea Langeliers.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Padres’ Mason Miller gets 100% real on potentially not closing out All-Star game

There’s no shortage of teams interested in acquiring San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mason Miller. But he’s taking things in stride. And Miller got 100% real on potentially not closing out the All-Star Game, according to The Athletic.

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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.

Shea Langeliers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

Why All-Star Game Could Be Langeliers' Last in A's Jersey

With the All-Star break here, it is clear that the Athletics have some work to do. The A's would fall completely flat in the final three series to end the first half of the season.

MLB News / Just Baseball / July 14

The 10 Greatest All-Star Game Performances of All-Time

It’s almost time for the Midsummer Classic, Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game. Still the premier mid-season contest of any of the United States’ major sports, the MLB All-Star Game conjures up memories of remarkable and sometimes unexpected performances.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

Handing Out Athletics Superlatives at Season Halfway Point

The Athletics have had a very up-and-down first half of the season, but these players have remained consistent. It is clear from the last few series that the Athletics are not in a good spot.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 14

NRFI, YRFI MLB Bets Today: Best First-Inning Predictions for Tuesday, July 14

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game ended in dramatic fashion with the first swing-off. Philadelphia Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber hit all three of his swings over the fence, and he's leading off for the NL in this year's edition of the All-Star Game.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

Athletics Get Hitting Help by Claiming Hot Bat off Waivers

The A's are heading into the second half of the 2026 season with a nine-game losing streak and have lost 17 of their last 20 games. Obviously, the recent struggles call for some change if they want to put themselves back into contention in the division.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

Athletics Make Necessary Positional Coach Move Amid Struggles

The A's have been playing bad baseball over the last few weeks, notably losing 17 of their last 20 games, and are currently on a nine-game losing streak.

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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.

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Who are the early favorites for all the 2026 MLB awards?

The first half of the 2026 MLB season has been full of superlatives. These are the favorites for the MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year awards as of July 9, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 13

All-Star Game starting lineups to play the percentages

The National League will frontload its batting order with left-handed hitters, while the American League will counter with mostly right-handers at the top for Tuesday's All-Star Game at Philadelphia.

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Athletics News / The Lead / July 13

Will the Cardinals Surge or Slump After the All-Star Break?

The St. Louis Cardinals are in an odd position entering the All-Star break. They are only a few games out of a Wild Card spot and have, at times, looked like one of the best teams in MLB. Before the season, the Cardinals were predicted to be one of the worst teams in the MLB.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Angels' Mike Trout Receives Good News in Hometown All-Star Game

The 2026 All-Star nod was already special for Los Angeles Angels' superstar Mike Trout, with the game taking place in his hometown. However, the honor he received from manager John Schneider makes it even more meaningful.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Athletics Make Coaching Decision During All-Star Break

The Athletics announced a major coaching change Monday, dismissing longtime pitching coach Scott Emerson and promoting bullpen coach Dan Hubbs to interim pitching coach for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Athletics Fire Pitching Coach Scott Emerson

The Athletics announced that pitching coach Scott Emerson has been relieved of his duties. Bullpen coach Dan Hubbs will take over on an interim basis for the remainder of the campaign.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 12

MLB roundup: Red Sox enter All-Star break on 9-game winning streak

Anthony Siegler had the tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the 10th inning Sunday for the visiting Boston Red Sox, who won their ninth straight game by edging the New York Mets 3-2 in the finale of a three-game interleague series.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 12

White Sox crush Athletics to complete sweep

Braden Montgomery went 2-for-4 with four RBIs, including a three-run home run in a six-run first inning, and Sam Antonacci also homered as the host Chicago White Sox routed the skidding Athletics 9-1 on Sunday.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Athletics select Miami catcher Alex Sosa in 2026 MLB Draft

Miami catcher Alex Sosa was selected by the Athletics with the No. 172 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The Hurricane backstop is now off the board.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Oakland Athletics select Miami catcher Alex Sosa in 2026 MLB Draft

Miami catcher Alex Sosa was selected by the Athletics with the No. 172 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The Hurricane backstop is now off the board.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 11

5 Standout Top Prospects To Watch in the All-Star Futures Game

On Sunday, July 12, the baseball world will get to see MLB’s top prospects face off in Philadelphia. Ranging from consensus top-10 prospects to up-and-coming top-100 names to those on the verge of breaking through, the All-Star Futures Game gives a glimpse into the stars of the next generation.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11

Yankees’ Aaron Boone drops blunt take on Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Aaron Boone offered a candid assessment of Jazz Chisholm Jr. that captured both the second baseman’s potential and the higher standard expected of him, even as Chisholm delivered in a critical moment.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10

White Sox's Tristan Peters hits for team's first cycle since 2017

On a night that the Chicago White Sox got a returning Munetaka Murakami to a struggling lineup, it wasn't Murakami that stole the show.

White Sox's Munetaka Murakami is final participant of 2026 Home Run Derby

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Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 10

The Diamondbacks Are in Trade Deadline Purgatory

In 2023, the Arizona Diamondbacks were not considered a World Series frontrunner but made it there only to lose to the Rangers. An 84-win team advancing past the Brewers, Dodgers, and Phillies was unexpected and goes to show that once you get into the playoffs, anything can happen.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 9