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MLB roundup: Twins run win streak to 10 after DH sweep of O's

Kody Clemens, a relative newcomer to Minnesota, smashed a three-run homer in the eighth inning as the Twins rallied to beat the host Baltimore Orioles 8-6 in the second game of a doubleheader sweep Wednesday.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Thump A's in 9-3 Win

Coming into this series, Wednesday's game was always going to be the most difficult of the bunch for the Athletics with the Los Angeles Dodgers sending Yoshinobu Yamamoto to the mound.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 15

Dodgers smack 4 homers, coast to victory over A's

Shohei Ohtani, Andy Pages, Hyeseong Kim and Max Muncy each hit home runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers evened a three-game series against the visiting Athletics with a 9-3 victory Wednesday.

Shohei Ohtani News / Fastball on SI / May 14

ESPN MLB Insider Gives Definitive and Solid Answer on Shohei Ohtani's Pitching Future

Earlier this week, we heard that the Los Angeles Dodgers won't have Shohei Ohtani pitch until after the All-Star break. Ohtani hasn't thrown in a game since 2023 after undergoing elbow surgery, and because of his importance as a hitter, the team can't send him on a traditional rehab assignment.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

Jacob Wilson News / Field Level Media / May 14

Jacob Wilson, Athletics look to build on romp over Dodgers

Jacob Wilson set his eyes on the field at Dodger Stadium more times than he could remember while growing up less than an hour's drive away. And yet he never imagined this.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14

Fans lose it after Dodgers get demolished by Athletics in blowout

What was expected to be a routine return home turned into an outright embarrassment for the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were flattened by the Athletics in an 11-1 rout to open a three-game series in L.A.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 14

MLB roundup: Jacob Wilson homers twice as A's pound Dodgers

Rookie Jacob Wilson delivered four hits along with the first multi-home run game of his career in his homecoming, left-hander Jeffrey Springs went seven strong innings and the visiting Athletics earned an 11-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.

Jacob Wilson News / Field Level Media / May 14

Jacob Wilson homers twice as Athletics thump Dodgers

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Dodgers Dealt Devastating Starting Pitcher News Before Athletics Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on a tear to begin the 2025 season. Having the best record in the league at 27-14, Los Angeles has been able to battle their way to the top of the NL West despite the long list of injuries they have been dealing with this season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 25 most surprising players from the 2025 MLB season so far

The first six weeks of the MLB season have been full of surprising player performances. These 25 players stand out for their hot and surprising starts early in 2025.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 13

A's Call Up Former Boston Red Sox Minor Leaguer, Revamp Bullpen

Ahead of their series with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Athletics have made some changes to their bullpen. The team announced on Tuesday afternoon that they have reinstated right-handed pitcher Michel Otañez from the 15-day injured list and recalled right-handed pitcher Jason Alexander from Triple-A Las Vegas.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13

Dodgers-A's show chasm of opinions with Pete Rose reinstatement

Dodgers-A's dugout dichotomy shows chasm of opinions with Pete Rose reinstatement

Even after he was reinstated by Major League Baseball, it's clear that many of the current players (and even a manager) are uncomfortable talking about Pete Rose and what his legacy in the game might really be.

MLB announces huge news about Pete Rose

No excuse for keeping steroid era out of HOF if Rose, Jackson get enshrinement

Baseball Hall of Fame reveals when Pete Rose could be inducted

The 30 greatest nicknames in baseball history

The 'MLB 3,000-hit club members' quiz

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

3 early Philadelphia Phillies trade targets ahead of 2025 deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies have a roster that, on paper, is good enough to win the 2025 World Series. But the Fall Classic isn’t won in May and, as the season continues, we’re starting to see areas that Philadelphia will need to address before the MLB Trade Deadline on July 31.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 13

Kansas City Royals Agree to Minor League Deal with 45-Year-Old Hurler as He Chases History

The Kansas City Royals, in hopes of a deep playoff run this October, have signed veteran left-handed pitcher Rich Hill to a minor league contract. Hill, 45, has spent parts of 20 years in the big leagues already with 13 different teams.

Luis Robert News / Just Baseball / May 13

Luis Robert Jr. Walked So Luis Robert Jr. Could Run

If I were Luis Robert Jr., I’d want to run too. The former All-Star plays on the worst team in the American League. He has been the subject of countless trade rumors for years.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 13

Dodgers Big Bats Could Haunt A's This Series

Arguably the toughest stretch of the A's season continues on Tuesday, with the club set to take on the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / May 13

The A’s Have Handled Their Roster Logjam Perfectly

The Athletics are starting to show that last season’s .500 record in the second half was truly the beginning of better baseball. They enter May 13 with a 21-20 record and a 7.0% chance of making the postseason, according to Baseball Reference.

Noah Murdock News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13

A’s return Rule 5 pick Noah Murdock to Royals

The A’s returned Rule 5 draftee Noah Murdock to the Royals, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log.

Steward Berroa News / Last Word On Sports / May 12

Dodgers Acquire Outfielder Steward Berroa from Blue Jays for Cash

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been busy in recent days, and on Monday they acquired outfielder Steward Berroa for cash considerations from the Toronto Blue Jays.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Analyst Doesn't Hesitate to Make Bold Aaron Judge Statement Amid Historic Start

It has been a great start to the 2025 MLB season for the New York Yankees as they currently sit near the top of the American League standings. New York currently holds a 23-17 record which has them sitting at the top of the AL East standings, two games ahead of the Boston Red Sox.

Derek Shelton News / Last Word On Sports / May 12

Looking Back: The Pirates Bypassed Many Candidates for Shelton

When the Pittsburgh Pirates named Derek Shelton their manager in 2019, he was one of nine candidates they interviewed. “Shelty,” as he was known to Pirates personnel and broadcasters, was fired last Thursday after his Pirates got off to a disappointing 12-26 start.

Kyle Schwarber News / Just Baseball / May 12

Kyle Schwarber Is on His Way To Getting Paid in Free Agency

After rising through the ranks as a top prospect in the Chicago Cubs’ system, Kyle Schwarber quickly lived up to the hype in his 2015 rookie campaign. He ended with a 131 wRC+ in 69 regular season games and followed that up with five homers and an impressive 248 wRC+ in the postseason that year.

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