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Mets RHP Frankie Montas exercises $17M player option

New York Mets right-hander Frankie Montas exercised his $17 million player option on Tuesday for the 2026 season, which he will miss while recovering from Tommy John surgery.

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A's Rookies Attempting to Match Atlanta Braves Feat

The American League Rookie of the Year finalists were announced on Monday, and as expected, the Athletics had two of the three representatives on the ticket in Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / November 4

Braves Promote Walt Weiss To Be Next Manager

The offseason has only just begun, but Braves fans have already been hit with major news. On Monday, Ha-Seong Kim officially declined his player option as expected.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / November 3

Braves Hire Bench Coach Walt Weiss as New Manager

The Atlanta Braves hired from within to fill their managerial vacancy, tapping bench coach Walt Weiss as their new skipper. The team announced the hire in a statement on Monday.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

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Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / November 3

Roman Anthony News Emerges After First Season With Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox returned to the postseason this year for the first time since 2021, finishing with an 89–73 record. A major factor in their resurgence was the emergence of rookie left-handed slugger Roman Anthony.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

BBWAA announces 2025 awards finalists

The Baseball Writers Association of America announced the finalists for the 2025 awards on Monday.

Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens on latest Hall of Fame ballot

MLB announces 2025 Gold Glove winners

Corbin Carroll falls short of Gold Glove but makes defensive statement

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1980s

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Brian Snitker News / Field Level Media / November 3

Braves tab bench coach Walt Weiss as new manager

The Atlanta Braves did not have to look far to find their replacement for manager Brian Snitker. They tabbed the man who occupied the seat next to Snitker in the dugout for eight seasons.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 3

A's to Take on Sacramento Sun in 2026

The Athletics are making a big switch to their presentation in 2026, and it should result in a better fan experience that the players will also enjoy. The A's will be shifting their start times next season, meaning earlier nights for the fans and more family time for the players.

Tommy White News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 3

A’s No. 7 Prospect Continues To Tear Through the Arizona Fall League

The A’s No. 7 prospect Tommy White has found his stride in the 2025 Arizona Fall League. He is one of seven A’s players selected by the organization to play in Arizona, alongside Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, Ryan Lasko, Will Johnston, Mark Adamiak, Corey Avant, Nathan Dettmer, Max Muncy, and Blaze Pontes.

Robert Suarez News / Just Baseball / November 3

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Robert Suarez

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez recently exercised his player opt-out for the final two years of his contract and will look to cash in on a big payday.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Robert Suarez opts out of Padres contract

Padres closer Robert Suarez has opted out of the final two years and $16MM on his deal with San Diego, according to a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 3

Best World Series matchups in MLB history, ranked

The 2025 World Series concluded in epic fashion, which has many MLB fans considering it one of the greatest World Series matchups ever. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays put on an absolute show, which included multiple extra-inning thrillers, numerous broken records, and a bunch of iconic moments and performances.

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 3

A's Lose First Three Players to Free Agency

With the World Series now complete, the Major League Baseball offseason is underway, and it's not going to stop for anyone. On Sunday, 137 players became free agents, and three of those players finished the year in the clubhouse with the Athletics.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / November 3

Mariners' Division Rival Labeled As Surprise Threat To Sign Eugenio Suárez

The American League West wasn't an easy mark by any means, but the Seattle Mariners were the class of the division this year. For the first time since 2001, the Mariners were division champions, thanks to their 90-72 record and late-season dominance over the Houston Astros.

Max Fried News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Max Fried News Emerges After First Season With Yankees

The New York Yankees suffered an early postseason exit in 2025 despite the efforts of left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried. The 31-year-old southpaw just wrapped up his first year in New York.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / November 2

Michael King, Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber Among Over 100 Players Now Free Agents

Per the official MLB collective bargaining agreement, players without contracts for the following season become free agents at 9:00 AM ET on the day after the World Series ends.

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The best all-time first-round draft pick for every MLB franchise

Unlike the NFL, the names you hear called at the MLB Draft will not reach the sport's highest level for a few years. But like any sport, the draft is the best way for an organization to set itself up for sustained success.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / November 2

Important Dates For The A’s This Offseason

Congrats to the Los Angeles Dodgers on their second straight World Series win! It’s a rare achievement in the history of baseball, a feat that only a few franchises have accomplished.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Now the Dodgers Start Push To Become Third MLB Three-Peat Team

The Los Angeles Dodgers did more than defend a title. They set up a run at one of the sport’s rarest feats. In more than a century of modern World Series play, only two franchises have won three straight championships, and only one has gone beyond that.

Athletics News / Sporting News / November 2

Dodgers join Red Sox and Athletics with nine World Series titles

The Dodgers now sit at a tie for the third most World Series championships ever.

Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / November 1

California’s Most Picturesque Sports Stadiums Revealed

Did you know? Crypto.com Arena, formerly known as Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, has been named the most Instagrammable sports stadium in the United States, with 680,000 Instagram hashtags.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 1

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani starting World Series Game 7 has MLB world buzzing

The Los Angeles Dodgers are making one of the boldest pitching calls in recent MLB postseason memory, naming Shohei Ohtani their starting pitcher for Game 7 of the World Series vs.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31

Athletics could pursue relievers with closing experience

The Athletics go into the offseason prioritizing starting pitching and help at one or both of second and third base. They might also be in the market for a late-game reliever.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 30

Five Takeaways From the New York Mets’ 2025 Season

The New York Mets entered the 2025 season with sky-high expectations. They were coming off a run to Game 6 in the NLCS in 2024, and they added the top free agent on the market in Juan Soto.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Boston Red Sox Make Intriguing Move for Towering Pitcher

As the Boston Red Sox wrapped up their 2025 campaign, the organization faced several key choices regarding impending free agents. While third baseman Alex Bregman will likely demand a salary exceeding the $35 million he earned this year, the club turned its focus to a towering 6-foot-7 pitcher named Eduardo Rivera.