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Who Needs Starting Pitching the Most at the Deadline?

What’s the one thing every team needs by July? Pitching! There’s no such thing as too many arms, and as the trade deadline approaches, every contender will have to navigate the market carefully to land the correct pieces.

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Padres Make Brutal Truth About Mason Miller Trade Rumors

Smoke’s swirling around San Diego saying the Padres are ready to trade Mason Miller. We’ve heard this song before, but these stories miss the reality completely.

Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 24

MLB Trade Deadline Rumors: Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers

MLB trade deadline rumors are heating up as the August 3rd date nears. USA Today baseball columnist Bob Nightengale’s piece today, “5 MLB teams who will be most aggressive at 2026 trade deadline” will be the primary source of these rumors.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

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The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with their eyes set on two top-notch players

The Boston Red Sox have shifted from being sellers to aggressive buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.

Will The Padres Move Mason Miller?

3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Pirates Deadline

How Does Shohei Ohtani’s Injury Impact Dodgers’ Deadline Plan?

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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 / Anubis Sports / July 24

Red Sox October Mirage: Why Boston Won’t Survive The Postseason

The Boston Red Sox have pulled off a miracle and gone from last place to third place in the AL East standings. Their 15-game win streak was exactly what they needed for playoff contention, but despite their recent success, Boston will be an October sham.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / July 24

New York Yankees’ Trade Buzz Takes Surprising Turn

The New York Yankees are actively hunting for a significant upgrade behind the plate as the MLB trade deadline approaches, signaling their determination to bolster the roster for a deep postseason run.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 24

What Do the Athletics Have To Sell at the Trade Deadline?

Coming into the season, the Athletics were a trendy pick to potentially push for the playoffs. An eclectic young core that continued to improve, with a pitching staff that was subpar but had a few prospects who could raise their ceiling.

Shea Langeliers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 24

Why Athletics Trading Shea Langeliers Is Terrible Idea

The trade deadline is less than two weeks away, which means there's lots of buzz on contenders looking to pry away talent from teams that are currently out of contention.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 24

3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Pirates Deadline

With every single day that passes, the Pittsburgh Pirates inch closer to one of the most pivotal days for the franchise in recent memory: the 2026 MLB trade deadline.

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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 / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 24

This Veteran Reliever Is the Perfect A's Target

One of the biggest factors in the A's struggles recently is their bullpen. The inability to hold leads and keep games close has been due to a lack of experience.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Home Run Predictions Today: Best MLB HR Prop Bets for Friday, July 24

It's "Friday Fly Ball Frenzy," and three sluggers stand out as my favorite home run bets. Jake Bauers gets a dream matchup against Tomoyuki Sugano, who has allowed a home run in each of his last five starts.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 24

3 Athletics Who Must Deliver Against Minnesota Twins

The Athletics need something to give, and it starts with either of these players turning it up a notch. It has now been 40 days since the Athletics last won a three-game series, which came against one of, if not the worst, teams in baseball, the Colorado Rockies.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 24

How Athletics Can End Extended Series Win Drought vs. Twins

With us now being well over halfway through the season, the Athletics are not in a place they want to be. Right now, we are witnessing one of the worst mid-season collapses from the Athletics.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 24

Twins ride momentum into homestand opener against Athletics

The Minnesota Twins return home with their chins up despite a losing road trip. Minnesota will try to keep its confidence high when it opens a three-game series against the Athletics on Friday night in Minneapolis.

Jonathan Ornelas News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

A’s, Jonathan Ornelas Agree To Minor League Deal

The Athletics are in agreement with infielder Jonathan Ornelas on a minor league contract, reports Francys Romero. He’ll report to Triple-A Las Vegas. The 26-year-old opted out of a minor league deal with the Yankees last week.

Franklin Arias News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 23

Red Sox's Top Prospect Franklin Arias Set to Move One Step Closer to Majors

The Boston Red Sox's No. 1 prospect, shortstop Franklin Arias, has been dominating Double-A pitching all season. And now, the organization reportedly feels like it's finally time to test the 20-year-old at the next level.

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / July 23

MLB Rookie Undergoes Emergency Procedure After Foul Ball

Athletics rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent emergency surgery after suffering a serious injury from a foul ball during Monday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23

White Sox looking for catching help

The Chicago White Sox are seeking a catcher on the trade market, report Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. That comes in response to losing Kyle Teel to a left ankle sprain earlier this week.

Mason Miller News / Viral Sports News / July 23

Padres’ Mason Miller Asking Price Revealed — And it’s Wild

The San Diego Padres are shopping top relief pitcher Mason Miller before the MLB trade deadline, and while they don’t have to move him, they could certainly reap quite a return if they do.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23

Brewers Have Checked In On Tarik Skubal, Mason Miller

The Brewers are one of the best clubs in baseball and are clear buyers. Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports that the front office plans to be more aggressive than in recent years.

Athletics News / Stadium Rant / July 23

Baseball Trade Rumors 2026: Buyers, Sellers And Biggest Deadline Updates

Baseball Trade Rumors 2026 deadline plans are changing almost daily as contenders become more aggressive and struggling clubs commit to selling. Since the latest wave of rumors, several teams have shifted direction, creating an entirely new picture ahead of the August 3 deadline.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Yankees Linked to Reds Catcher in New Trade Deadline Report

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is less than two weeks away, and the New York Yankees are expected to be very busy. The Yankees enter Thursday with the second-best record in the American League at 57-45, but remain two games behind the Tampa Bay Rays for first place in the AL East.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 23