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MLB roundup: Ian Happ, Pedro Ramirez slam Cubs past Mariners

Ian Happ and Pedro Ramirez hit grand slams as the Chicago Cubs poured it on late in a 19-2 shellacking of the host Seattle Mariners Sunday afternoon. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Conforto also homered and right-hander Aaron Civale (6-7) pitched four innings of scoreless relief as the Cubs snapped a three-game losing streak.

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Athletics stage 7-run rally to sting Astros in rubber match

Max Muncy slugged a tie-breaking home run with two outs in the top of the seventh inning and the visiting Athletics rallied from a six-run deficit to claim the rubber match of a three-game series with the Houston Astros 7-6 on Sunday.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Astros star Jose Altuve home run was literally first of its kind in his career

The Houston Astros are currently in first place in the AL West, but the margin of error in the division is small. A week ago, the Astros also got a scare when Jose Altuve was injured.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Red Sox Get Curtis Mead Update Ahead of Giants Series Finale

The Boston Red Sox are set to learn more about Curtis Mead’s recovery as the infielder approaches a scheduled follow-up scan for his fractured left wrist.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 23

Astros send Cristan Javier to hill in rubber game vs. Athletics

The Astros' 4-3 loss to the Athletics on Saturday pivoted in the top of the eighth inning when reliever Bennett Sousa surrendered three runs immediately after the Astros' two-run seventh.

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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 / Athletics on SI / August 23

Athletics Finally Take One: Takeaways From Series-Tying Win

The Athletics' generational skid has been put on pause for the most part. After getting swept by the Royals and getting silenced by the Astros in Game 1, the A's knew something needed to give.

Johnathan Rodriguez News / Athletics on SI / August 23

Athletics Add Rodriguez: What It Changes Moving Forward

The A's have been riddled with injuries this season, which has unfortunately left many needs across different positions. The injury to Tyler Soderstrom has left a hole in the outfield, as it was announced that he will be out for the remainder of the 2026 season .

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 23

3 Athletics To Watch Closely As Regular Season Winds Down

With the Athletics not looking their best, there is still a reason to watch. The Athletics, following a decent win over the Astros, sit at 50-80, with 32 more games left in the regular season.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 23

MLB roundup: Dylan Cease flirts with no-hitter, Blue Jays hold off Yanks

Dylan Cease took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, and the visiting Toronto Blue Jays recorded a 4-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday afternoon.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 22

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Guerrero Jr., Woo, Dobbins

After a one-week stay on the IL, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. appears to be ready to return. The Blue Jays first baseman, after one rehab game, is likely to return to action against the New York Yankees this coming weekend.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Athletics Acquire Intriguing Power Hitter in Post-Deadline Move

The Athletics added organizational outfield depth Thursday by claiming 26-year-old Johnathan Rodríguez off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and optioning him to Triple-A Las Vegas.

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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 / New Baseball Media / August 21

2026 Transactions: Athletics Claim Rodriguez, Orioles DFA Suarez

Former Cleveland outfielder Johnathan Rodriguez found yet another home on August 21, as the power-hitting outfielder was claimed by the Athletics. As for his old team, the Orioles, Baltimore designated pitcher Albert Suarez for assignment.

Michael Stefanic News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Athletics Select Michael Stefanic

The Athletics announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Michael Stefanic. He takes the active roster spot of fellow infielder Jacob Wilson, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

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Tyler Soderstrom News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Athletics Add Player After Season-Ending Tyler Soderstrom News

The Athletics have added outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez after losing another key piece of their young core to a season-ending injury. The club announced that Tyler Soderstrom will undergo surgery on his left hip after a chronic impingement failed to improve.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Athletics provide exciting update on Las Vegas stadium

The Athletics are currently playing in Sacramento, California while the franchise awaits the building of its new stadium in Las Vegas. While the club is not going to make the official move to Nevada until the 2028 season, the organization shared an update on the progress being made on the new stadium.

Jacob Wilson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Jacob Wilson Likely Done For Season

The Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is headed back to the injured list and is probably done for the year, reports Martín Gallegos of MLB.com. Wilson has been dealing with left shoulder issues this year and is headed to Sacramento to see a doctor.

Jac Caglianone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Royals’ Jac Caglianone gets update after injury scare vs. Athletics

Kansas City Royals star Jac Caglianone exited Wednesday’s game against the Athletics after an injury scare. Caglianone is dealing with ankle soreness and is out of Thursday’s lineup.