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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.

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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.

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.

Garrett Crochet News / Field Level Media / September 9

Garrett Crochet, Red Sox fire 3-hit shutout against A's

Garrett Crochet struck out 10 over seven sharp innings while leading the Boston Red Sox to a 7-0 victory over the Athletics on Monday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / September 9

Athletics fall to Red Sox 7-0

The Athletics are back home this week starting a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox that kicked off the homestand tonight at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.

Payton Tolle News / Sporting News / September 8

Red Sox insider hints at possible debut for one of two AAA flamethrowers to take Payton Tolle's start against Athletics

The Sox might be deciding to dip into their farm even more.

Luis Morales News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 8

A's Rookie on Star-Studded, Yet Worrisome List

The Athletics signed right-hander Luis Morales out of Cuba in January of 2023, and just two years later the 22-year-old is in the big leagues. Not only has he been added to the rotation, but he's been carving up opposing hitters, posting a 3-0 record with a 1.59 ERA across 28 1/3 innings of work in his first six appearances (five starts).

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 8

2025 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 25: Dodgers, Tigers lose to begin September

The 2025 MLB Power Rankings are back after the first week of September saw curious results. The Los Angeles Dodgers went 1-5 against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Baltimore Orioles.

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.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / September 3

Brewers Rising Star Takes Home NL Player of the Month Award

The most exciting young players to follow in Major League Baseball aren't those who burst out of the gate as superstars. They're the ones who gradually get better and better over their first few seasons.

Luis Urias News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31