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Red Sox, with bats and pitching rolling, seek sweep of A's

Veteran Rob Refsnyder is the new owner of the longest homer hit by a Boston Red Sox player this season. Refsnyder belted a 463-foot homer to fuel Boston's second straight win in a three-game series against the Athletics, and he will aim to help the Red Sox complete the sweep Wednesday afternoon in West Sacramento, Calif.

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Boston Red Sox Starting Pitcher Connelly Early Dazzles In MLB Debut

Sometimes you can smell a special story coming from a mile away. Other times, it sneaks up on you like a 95-mph fastball in the dark. Connelly Early’s major league debut?

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 10

MLB roundup: Blue Jays rally in 9th, top Astros in 10th

Tyler Heineman's fielder's choice grounder in the bottom of the 10th scored the winning run and the Toronto Blue Jays came back to defeat the visiting Houston Astros 4-3 on Tuesday night.

Athletics News / Sport Relay / September 10

Early Ties Red Sox Debut Strikeout Record, Defeat Athletics

Remember when Payton Tolle made his debut for the Boston Red Sox, and people were raving about how great he looked? Somehow, another recently lefty prospect decided to make a name for himself after his call-up to one-up Tolle in this contest against the Athletics.

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Romy Gonzalez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 10

Red Sox 1B Romy Gonzalez gets final diagnosis after abrupt exit from Athletics clash

For Romy Gonzalez, Tuesday night in Sacramento was shaping up to be another showcase of his breakout season. Batting leadoff for just the seventh time all year, the 29-year-old first baseman homered in his first at-bat and doubled in his second, extending his MLB-best hitting streak to 12 games.

Connelly Early News / Field Level Media / September 10

Connelly Early fans 11, beats A's in stellar Red Sox debut

Connelly Early struck out 11 to match the franchise record for a pitcher in his major league debut, tossing five shutout innings as the Boston Red Sox notched a 6-0 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / September 10

A’s drop second consecutive to the Red Sox, 6-0

Tonight the Athletics took on the Boston Red Sox in game two of the three-game set at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Jeffrey Springs took the mound for the A’s against Connelly Early who made his MLB debut for the Red Sox.

Athletics News / Sport Relay / September 9

Sean Murphy Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy will be having season-ending surgery on a torn labrum in his hip, which comes as another blow to the team in a season to forget.

Isaac Collins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Why Brewers’ Isaac Collins will win NL Rookie of the Year Award

The Milwaukee Brewers have been the best team in Major League Baseball since the All-Star Break. Pat Murphy has found a good mix of snacks and lineup tweaks to lead his team to dominance.

Jacob Wilson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Why Athletics’ Jacob Wilson will win AL Rookie of the Year Award

With less than 20 games left to go in their regular season, it is time for the Athletics to reflect. Mark Kotsay’s team went from a dark horse in the American League back to a familiar spot.

Nick Kurtz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Why Athletics’ Nick Kurtz will win AL Rookie of the Year Award

At 66-79, the Athletics still have a ways to go before making their way into the playoffs. However, the 2025 season has cast a bright light on the A’s future.

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The most surprising player from MLB team for the 2025 season

The 2025 MLB season has been full of surprises and breakout player performances. These performances stand out for each of the 30 teams.

Frankie Montas News / Field Level Media / September 9

Report: Mets' Frankie Montas to have Tommy John surgery

As feared, Mets right-hander Frankie Montas will have Tommy John surgery on Tuesday and likely will miss the entire 2026 season, the New York Post reported.

Dustin May News / Sporting News / September 9

Red Sox call up No. 6 prospect to take Dustin May' start tonight vs Athletics, push May to IL

Here comes another flamethrower.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Red Sox’s Trevor Story gives Garrett Crochet his flowers after defeating Athletics

After three straight losses, the Boston Red Sox are back on track. They scored their second consecutive victory on Monday night, kicking off their series in Sacramento against the Athletics with a 7-0 win.

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Athletics News / Sport Relay / September 9

Boston Red Sox Lineup Shines, Pitching Shuts Out Athletics

The Boston Red Sox lineup shines through, as pitching shuts out the Athletics 7-0 on Monday. Trevor Story got the scoring going in the first inning with a solo home run, his 24th of the season.

Aaron Judge News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 9

A's Slugger on His Way to Becoming the Next Aaron Judge

Nick Kurtz has been having an unforgettable rookie campaign, and as Baseball Savant recently wrote, it's one of the best by a rookie of all time. The A's first baseman is ranked No.

Trevor Story News / Field Level Media / September 9

Trevor Story, Red Sox look to flex muscles against A's

It's typically a winning day at the ballpark for the Boston Red Sox if Trevor Story hits a homer. Story went deep in the series opener and will look to flirt again with the fences on Tuesday when the Red Sox face the Athletics in the middle contest of a three-game series in West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Red Sox’s Alex Cora has ‘what the hell’ realization with Jarren Duran position switch

The Boston Red Sox are right in the middle of a division race, and on Monday, they faced the last-placed team in the AL West, the Oakland Athletics. While

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 9

Boston Red Sox Win Family Affair in West Sacramento

Luis Morales took the mound for the Athletics on Monday night, looking to add another strong outing to his recent string of performances from when he was placed in the starting rotation last month.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 8

Class of 2026 MLB Free Agents: Who’s Signing Where? (Position-by-Position Preview)

Imagine staring into an MLB free agent pool with the likes of Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso (if he opts out), Kyle Tucker, Dylan Cease, Ozzie Albies, Bo Bichette, and many other high-calibre stars.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 8

MLB’s 20-20 Club Has Never Been More Crowded

Over the past handful of seasons, Major League Baseball has implemented a range of new rules with the goal of improving the product on the field. They’ve done just that through the pitch clock, limiting mound visits, and more.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 6

Baseball’s Unbreakable Record Celebrates It’s 30th Anniversary

On September 6, 1995, Orioles pitcher and Hall of Famer Mike Mussina retired the side in the top of the fifth. As the pop up from Los Angeles Angels shortstop Damion Easley’s bat landed in O’s second baseman Manny Alexander’s glove, the once unbreakable record had now been conquered.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Nine MLB contract options to keep an eye on in September

The final push of the 2025 season is upon is, which means postseason chases for fans lucky enough to root for contending clubs and offseason dreams for those whose clubs are already out of the running.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / September 5

How Mets 5-Time All-Star's Free Agency Could Reshape AL West Race

There is no messier division, both now and in the future, than the American League West. Entering play on Friday, the Houston Astros, who have the worst record of any first-place team in Major League Baseball, lead the Seattle Mariners by 3 1/2 games and the Texas Rangers by five.