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Braves Biggest Offseason Need Is Clear

The Atlanta Braves had a great regular season, but the holes in their lineup were too much to overcome in the postseason. The Braves' lack of depth in the starting rotation was also an issue, but their bullpen covered two games against the Dodgers and the Braves came back to Atlanta with the series tied 1-1.

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Recapping Week 1 of the 2026 Arizona Fall League Season

Big names are doing big things in the 2026 Arizona Fall League. The first full week of the season is in the books, and many high-end prospects had strong weeks.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 12

Why Athletics Key Duos Poised To Dominate Next Season

The Athletics have a very solid team entering 2027. Looking at the team as a whole, it is clear these two duos will play a massive part in any success next season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 12

Ranking Athletics' 3 Best Players Ahead of 2027 Season

The Athletics could be in for a massive 2027 season. In 2026, we saw several household names on the bench dealing with injuries. While there is always a non-zero chance this could repeat next year, there is still a very good chance we will see a fully healthy Athletics squad competing for a playoff spot next September.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Jonah Heim News / Athletics on SI / October 12

Why Athletics Need To Bring Back Jonah Heim

The Athletics need changes after a disappointing 2026 season. Injuries and pitching staff issues led to the team's rough finish. Offensively, the club played pretty well for the most part.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Athletics News / EssentiallySports / October 11

White Sox Set Embarrassing Playoff Record, Guardians Repeatedly Troll Rivals & More as Cleveland Eliminate Chicago in Division Series

After last week’s Thursday Night Football game, sports podcaster Ariel Epstein had plenty to say about the ALDS matchup between the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Guardians.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 11

Predicting Athletics' Pitching MVP for 2027 Season

A ton of uncertainty surrounds the A's organization's future. The club has one more season left in West Sacramento before they head to Las Vegas. There's even uncertainty about how the pitching staff could potentially look heading into next season.

Mark Kotsay News / Athletics on SI / October 11

Why Athletics May Need To Part Ways With Mark Kotsay

With a GM search still ongoing, it might be time to evaluate if Mark Kotsay has a job next season. With a new general manager, there could also be a new manager.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 11

Two Potential Veteran Second-Base Options for 2027 Athletics

Among the biggest issues for the A's roster heading into the offseason is the pitching staff. The team couldn't get consistent pitching from its starters or relievers.

Sam Fuld News / Field Level Media / October 10

Report: Sam Fuld declines offer to head Athletics' front office

The Athletics will continue their search for a president of baseball operations after Sam Fuld declined an offer for the position, ESPN reported Saturday.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 10

Red Sox could lose assistant GM to Athletics

The Boston Red Sox could lose assistant general manager Taylor Smith to the Athletics as their search for a new baseball operations leader continues. Smith oversees research and development under chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, making his potential departure significant for the Red Sox’s analytics operation.

Sonny Gray News / Viral Sports News / October 9

Sonny Gray Makes Major Announcement Amid Red Sox Uncertainty

Sonny Gray has put retirement rumors to rest. The 36-year-old right-hander, who just completed a standout season with the Boston Red Sox, intends to pitch again in 2027 and remains open to returning to Boston as a free agent.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Reviewing The Athletics’ Young Hitters

The Athletics were hampered by several major injuries to an up-and-coming lineup this season. Nick Kurtz, Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers, and Tyler Soderstrom all missed significant time.

Athletics News / Baseball Now / October 9

Yankees Need To Make This Move With Anthony Volpe

With Jazz Chisholm Jr. hitting free agency, the Yankees will have a spot for Anthony Volpe in their infield, assuming the Yankees let Chisholm walk. Volpe looked like a different hitter after coming back from his demotion.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 9

New Potential Candidate Emerges in Athletics' GM Search

The A's organization will undergo significant change over the next few months after a very underwhelming 2026 season. Injuries killed the team's playoff hopes this year, but a healthy A's team with some additions could be a recipe for success next season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 9

Two Big-Time Athletics Who Could Be Traded This Winter

Since the A's could hire a new General Manager in the next few days, it's worth considering some big moves they could make this winter. We have seen the

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 9

Los Angeles Dodgers Add 28-Year-Old Pitcher Before NLCS

The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-hander Kyle Hurt from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, according to the MiLB transaction log. The entry, dated October 8, lists a straightforward promotion: the Dodgers recalled Hurt from the Oklahoma City Comets.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8

Athletics share new update on Las Vegas stadium’s progress

The athletics/athletics-news-1-5-billion-las-vegas-stadium-proposal-shocking-update">Oakland Athletics’ new Las Vegas ballpark is currently being developed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) in partnership with HNTB and occupies nine acres between Tropicana Avenue and Reno Avenue.

Athletics News / Anubis Sports / October 8

Is Jesse Legree The Best Freshman Wide Receiver Ever?

Oregon State freshman wide receiver Jesse Legree was not a five-star recruit (or a four-star recruit, for that matter). Legree was a three-star prospect, rated by ESPN as the 89th-best receiver in his recruiting class.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Matt Kleine, Rob Cerfolio Candidates In Athletics’ GM Search

The Athletics are looking for a new front office leader. According to reporting from Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine is on the list of candidates, though it’s not specified if he has interviewed for the gig.

Jonah Bride News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Texas Rangers Lose 5-Year MLB Veteran to Free Agency

Jonah Bride has elected free agency, ending a winding season with the Texas Rangers that never quite produced a sustained role in the majors. The 30-year-old corner infielder, a five-year major league veteran, refused a minor-league assignment and became a free agent on Oct.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / October 7

Athletics Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.