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A's seek sweep vs. Royals, who will try to avoid winless homestand

The Athletics have taken advantage of the scuffling Kansas City Royals to find some needed road success. On Sunday afternoon, the A's will try to sweep a three-game set and send the Royals to a winless six-game homestand.

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Miami Marlins Calling Up Pitcher From Sean Murphy Deal

Former Atlanta Braves prospect Freddy Tarnok is set to return to the big leagues, this time as a member of the Miami Marlins. MLB Trade Rumors' Steve Adams is reporting that the team is set to call up Tarnok and add him to the 40-man roster.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 15

MLB roundup: Down 4 in 9th, D-backs walk off Padres

Josh Naylor drove in Geraldo Perdomo from third base with a chopping ground ball to first to cap a five-run ninth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for an 8-7 victory over the San Diego Padres in Phoenix on Saturday.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 14

Bobby Witt Jr.’s brutally honest message after Royals’ shutout loss to Athletics

Bobby Witt Jr. wasn’t happy with how he and the Kansas City Royals performed in their 4-0 shutout loss to the Athletics on Saturday. The Athletics took a 2-0 lead in the second inning thanks to a two-run homer from Max Muncy.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 14

A's Secure Series Win Against Kansas City Royals

The Athletics have won their second game in Kansas City against the Royals. With the win, the A’s have won the series and will be looking for a sweep tomorrow.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 14

Athletics shut out Royals to secure series win

Jacob Lopez allowed three hits and struck out nine across six scoreless innings, and Max Muncy clubbed a two-run homer Saturday, as the visiting Athletics won 4-0 over the scuffling Kansas City Royals, who have lost five straight.

Matt Boyd News / Fastball on SI / June 14

Jack's Take: Chicago Cubs' Matthew Boyd Among Most Underrated Free Agent Signings

Matthew Boyd is settling in better than many expected in his new home at Wrigley Field. In a 2-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs starter tossed six innings with one hit, one earned run, a walk and three strikeouts.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 14

White Sox activate new additions RHP Aaron Civale, 1B Ryan Noda

The Chicago White Sox activated newly-acquired right-hander Aaron Civale to the active roster Saturday and recalled first baseman Ryan Noda from Triple-A Charlotte.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 14

American League Most Valuable Player Odds

Once the marathon MLB season's in full summer swing, markets like Most Valuable Player often get overlooked. Sometimes warranted, and other times not as much, mid-June marked high time for a temperature check on the award.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Fastball on SI / June 14

Bobby Witt Jr. of Kansas City Royals Has Joined Elite History at 25th Birthday

Happy birthday to Kansas City Royals' star Bobby Witt Jr., who turns 25 years old on Saturday. And he does so with some amazing history under his belt, according to Sarah Langs of MLB.com: With 90 HR and 131 SB, Witt Jr.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

Pirates Father-Son Combos Remembered for Father’s Day

The history of the Pittsburgh Pirates features six father-and-son combinations who played for the storied franchise. Some are better known for what they did for other teams.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 14

BvP Report: Today's Batter Versus Pitcher Data, 6/14

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 / Field Level Media / June 14

Royals aim to halt slide in rematch vs. Athletics

Whether facing one of the best teams in the majors or a club at the bottom of a division, the Kansas City Royals continue to struggle. They'll look to avoid a fifth straight defeat on Saturday afternoon when they face the visiting Athletics, who can secure their first winning road series in nearly six weeks.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 14

Chicago White Sox Land First Baseman From Boston Red Sox

On Friday, the Chicago White Sox acquired Aaron Civale from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for first baseman Andrew Vaughn. The new Brewers addition had been a former first-round selection of the Sox, going third overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, picked right after Adley Rutschman and Bobby Witt Jr.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 14

MLB roundup: A's top Royals to halt 14-game road skid

Luis Severino continued his dominance on the road by allowing just one run in 7 2/3 innings as the Athletics snapped their 14-game road losing streak with a 6-4 win over the scuffling Kansas City Royals on Friday.

Luis Severino News / Sport Relay / June 14

Severino Terrific as Athletics Survive Royals to Snap Skid

Luis Severino continued his sparkling season — when pitching away from West Sacramento, that is — pitching 7 2/3 innings of one-run ball to lead the Athletics past the host Kansas City Royals, 6–4, and spoil Alex Gordon’s induction into the Royals Hall of Fame Friday night.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 13

A's down Royals, snap 14-game road losing streak

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 13

Athletics pitcher likely done for season due to hip surgery

Athletics right-hander Gunnar Hoglund will be undergoing hip surgery on Friday and is likely done for the year.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Phillies Trade Idea Lands Former Yankees Fan Favorite to Fix Outfield Problem

The Philadelphia Phillies will add a player at the trade deadline. It's only a matter of who, at this point, as Dave Dombrowski has proven in recent years that he's willing to go out and trade for areas of need.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / June 12

Internal and External Options for Replacing Jackson Jobe

For the most part, everything has gone the Tigers’ way this season. Role players have stepped in, Spencer Torkelson has found his footing, and Detroit’s success has once again given life to a Comerica crowd that has been begging for good baseball.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 12

2025 Fantasy Baseball: Top 5 waiver wire pickups for Week 12

If your fantasy baseball team is struggling, it’s time to make some big changes. Struggling players may turn it around, but you don’t have the time to wait around anymore.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 11

Athletics’ Denzel Clarke earns new nickname from Torii Hunter after unreal catch

Last season, the Athletics finished the season strong, led by Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler. Rooker earned a five-year, $60 million extension this offseason, and the team might have found the final piece to their outfield in standout rookie Denzel Clarke.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 9