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MLB roundup: Shohei Ohtani, after pitching, lifts Dodgers at plate

Shohei Ohtani pitched an inning for the first time in nearly two years and drove in two runs out of the leadoff spot as the Los Angeles Dodgers earned a 6-3 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres on Monday.

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Nick Kurtz's walk-off homer carries A's past Astros

Rookie Nick Kurtz walloped a two-run walk-off homer with no outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Athletics a 3-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Monday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

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.

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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?

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / June 16

MLB Announces Aaron Judge Milestone During Yankees-Angels

Aaron Judge continues his march toward winning the American League MVP award in consecutive seasons. Judge, 33, has been on an offensive tear since Game No.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / June 16

MLB Makes Questionable Jose Altuve Announcement Before Astros-Athletics Game

Remember back in the spring when the Houston Astros made a big deal about longtime second baseman Jose Altuve moving to left field? Maybe, just maybe, Major League Baseball didn't get the memo.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 16

Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani dominate initial All-Star Game vote

Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, who have combined to win five of the last eight Most Valuable Player awards, are lapping the rest of Major League Baseball in the first batch of All-Star Game balloting.

Tony Kemp News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 16

A's Add Tony Kemp to Broadcast, Plus Other Tidbits

The Athletics have added fan favorite Tony Kemp to the television broadcast team, and he will be making his on-air debut tonight when the A's take on the Houston Astros, the team that drafted him.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 16

Houston Astros Head to Sacramento with A's Looking to Gain Ground

The Athletics are coming off a sweep of the Kansas City Royals over the weekend, a feat they hadn't achieved since they swept the Chicago White Sox in April.

Rafael Devers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 16

2025 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 14: Rafael Devers trade impacts the list

The 2025 MLB Power Rankings are back, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are back on top. That is spoiled because there is plenty more to break down. Rafael Devers is now a San Francisco Giant after a jaw-dropping trade on Sunday.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Strikeout Kings — K Prop Cheat Sheet, 6/16

When I started polling the audience for what data they'd like to see or had trouble scraping, pitcher props were easily the most popular answer. So I placed

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 16

Former Arizona Diamondbacks Reliever Lands with Athletics

The Athletics have added some bullpen depth to their farm system, signing veteran right-hander Scott McGough to a minor-league deal late last week. He'd been designated for assignment at the beginning of the month by the Arizona Diamondbacks, then chose free agency.

MLB 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.

Quinn Priester wins fourth consecutive start, leading Brewers past Cards

The best MLB players to never make an All-Star Game

The 'National League batting champions since 1993' quiz

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Former World Series Champion Opts Out of Minors Deal With Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have been trying to stock up on experienced position player depth in Triple-A Nashville the past few weeks. However, it appears they're about to lose one of their most experienced additions down there.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Former Yankees Starter Could Be Perfect for Cubs

Jed Hoyer’s hunt for a starting pitcher to replace Justin Steele has been at the forefront of Cubs’ trade rumors. Many names have been tossed about, but there is one that hasn’t received as much attention.

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The 'Most points in a quarter of an NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'U.S. Open host golf courses' quiz

The 'Golfers with multiple U.S. Open titles' quiz

The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

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.

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 / 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 / MLB Trade Rumors / June 13