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A's ride strong relief pitching, power surge into rematch vs. Mariners

The Athletics have had the worst bullpen in baseball this season by a wide margin. Their relievers' 5.54 ERA is nearly a quarter of a run higher than the Washington Nationals (5.30), and one of only three in MLB above 5.00.

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Pursuing playoffs, Rangers turn to Jacob deGrom to try to shut down Rays

The Texas Rangers hope the "vintage" Jacob deGrom returns for his next start on Saturday evening against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 38-year-old deGrom (10-9,

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Why Athletics Could Compete for Playoff Spot Year From Now

It's no mystery that this team has been impacted by many uncontrollable factors. With the regular season coming to a close very soon, it might be time to reflect on what an up-and-down season it has been.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Two Pitchers Who Are Pillars of Athletics' Future Staff

The A's pitching staff has been extremely underwhelming throughout the 2026 season and has been a major factor in the club being one of the worst in baseball.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

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The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 5

Athletics Evaporate Marine Layer: Takeaways From Win vs. Mariners

For the first time since 2002, the Athletics hit four home runs in a single inning. Despite not having their top three home run hitters in the lineup, the Athletics have been simply destroying the baseball.

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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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

MLB roundup: Guardians earn two walk-off wins in DH sweep of Tigers

Brayan Rocchio hit his second homer of the game, a solo shot in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians a come-from-behind 7-6 win over visiting the Detroit Tigers in the first half of a day-night doubleheader on Friday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 5

Athletics post 4-HR third, damage Mariners' playoff hopes

Max Muncy, Alika Williams, Jeff McNeil and Zack Gelof homered in a five-run third inning and the Athletics held on to defeat the Seattle Mariners 7-6 on Friday night, further damaging the hosts' postseason hopes.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / September 4

Pittsburgh Pirates Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Pittsburgh Pirates open a three-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night at PNC Park, first pitch set for 6:45 p.m. ET. Hours before that series began, the club made a pair of roster moves that reflected both opportunity and the hard realities of a late-season roster.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 4

Mariners strive to capitalize on opportunities against A's

For the Seattle Mariners, it was another lost opportunity in a 50th anniversary season full of them. The defending American League West champions, who fell one game shy of reaching their first World Series last fall, opened what was supposed to be a season-defining stretch with a 7-4 defeat to the lowly Athletics on Thursday night.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 4

Athletics Keep Ball Rolling: Takeaways From Win Over Mariners

For the first time since June 25-26, the Athletics have won both a series finale and a series opener back-to-back. The Athletics' season is pretty much over, something that many already knew.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 4

2 Players Who Athletics Desperately Need To Improve

This season has been nothing short of disappointing for the A's, and there are a ton of factors that have contributed to these results. Injuries have been a huge issue for the team, as both of their All-Stars are currently out for the remainder of the season.

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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.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / September 4

Key Athletics Position Battles To Watch As Season Winds Down

The Athletics have pieces, too many pieces. There is no doubt that the Athletics are starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the amount of talent on the team.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 4

MLB roundup: Dodgers sink Cards on Teoscar Hernandez's walk-off double

Teoscar Hernandez delivered a game-ending two-run double in the ninth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers found some offense just in time to pull out a 3-2 victory over the St.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 4

Athletics pitchers rack up 18 strikeouts in win over Mariners

Zack Gelof and Donovan Walton homered as the Athletics defeated the host Seattle Mariners 7-4 on Thursday in the opener of a four-game series. Scott Blewett (1-0) pitched two scoreless innings of relief and struck out four as the A's (55-86) logged their second win in a row.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / September 4

A’s Outlast Mariners 7-4 in Wild Clash

The Athletics played spoiler with a 7-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners in a nearly three-and-a-half-hour series opener. The A’s pitching staff overcame eight walks with 18 strikeouts, while the offense scored early and late in the team’s 55th victory of the season.

Athletics News / Sport Relay / September 4

Reliever Roundup & Bullpen Bonanza — August Rankings and Awards

Welcome to Reliever Roundup and Bullpen Bonanza! These analyses and rankings take it to a different level than the other reliever rankings and coverage you’ve seen.

Cal Raleigh News / Viral Sports News / September 3

Seattle Mariners Announce Cal Raleigh Decision on Thursday

The Seattle Mariners will put catcher Cal Raleigh back in the starting lineup Thursday night as they open a series against the Athletics. The club is coming off a series victory over the Boston Red Sox and now turns its attention to another stretch of games at home.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 3

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Cease Blanks Guardians, Phillies & Cubs Lose

The Blue Jays needed a win to avoid falling further behind the Guardians on September 2. Thanks to Dylan Cease & Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Toronto secured that victory.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 2

2026 Transactions: Mariners Sign Woods Richardson, Hernandez Back With Braves

Seattle added some pitching depth on September 2, a much lighter day in terms of transaction activity. Simeon Woods Richardson joined the Mariners on a contract, a week after his last appearance in the Majors.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 2

MLB Award Race Updates: Favorites Entering September

There may be just under a month left in the regular season, but there is still a lot up in the air when it comes to the MLB award races. Here’s a look at where the MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year races stand entering September and how things have changed since our last update in July.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2