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Nationals Designate Matt Krook For Assignment

The Nationals announced that right-hander Paxton Schultz has been recalled from Triple-A Rochester. In a corresponding move, left-hander Matt Krook has been designated for assignment.

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A’s To Designate Geoff Hartlieb For Assignment

The Athletics are designating right-hander Geoff Hartlieb for assignment. The team has to formally announce the move, but it’s listed on the transaction log at MLB.com.

Curtis Mead News / CBSSports.com / July 27

Red Sox vs. Athletics MLB prop picks: Curtis Mead set for Boston debut Monday, could be in good power spot

Trade acquisition Curtis Mead will make his Red Sox debut tonight at the Athletics

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27

Three short-term replacements for Jameson Taillon in Cubs rotation

With the Chicago Cubs in the thick of a postseason race, continuing to send veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon to the mound may no longer be a suitable option.

Shea Langeliers' injury makes him a bust for A's and his trade value

Chicago Cubs: Good news on Daniel Palencia and the bullpen in general

Jameson Taillon's future with Cubs should be in doubt after rough outing vs. Pirates

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Athletics News / Legends On Deck / July 27

What I’d Like to See out of the Yankees Trade Deadline

The annual MLB Trade Deadline is fast approaching, and for a Yankees team currently sitting in a Wild Card position, but seeking the division, there are both questions and opportunities.

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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 / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 27

Athletics Acquire Reliever From Cardinals in Trade

The A's have been struggling a lot recently, and it's mostly been due to inconsistency from their pitching staff. Injuries have also been a major reason for the team's fall to fourth in the AL West division.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 27

Ranking the Top Rental Bats on the Trade Block

In just one week (already!), the 2026 MLB trade deadline will be upon us, and this year’s happenings are sure to be just as hectic and wild as they always are.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 27

Athletics Lose Series Decider: Key Takeaways From Painful Loss

The Athletics are not in a good spot at all. Before the game, Shea Langeliers was diagnosed with a torn meniscus, and just 1.1 innings in, Jeffrey Springs exited with hip soreness.

Shea Langeliers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 27

Athletics Receive Dreadful News on Star Catcher Shea Langeliers

This season looked like it was going to be a promising one for the A's, as they looked to have a bright young core all in their primes, and it felt like they could possibly win the wide-open American League West.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 27

Why Twins Series Proved Athletics Are Lost Cause

The Athletics have now lost 23 of their last 29 games. Post-All-Star break, things were actually starting to look up for the Athletics despite them not winning a series.

Scott Blewett News / Field Level Media / July 27

Cardinals trade RHP Scott Blewett to Athletics for cash considerations

The Athletics acquired well-traveled right-hander Scott Blewett from the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday for cash considerations. The Cardinals designated Blewett, 30, for assignment after he appeared in one game for the team this season.

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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 / Field Level Media / July 27

Sizzling Red Sox enjoying turnaround that hasn't come for skidding A's

The Athletics' season has been in a free fall in recent weeks and there is likely no recovering from the latest blow. The Athletics could learn Monday that All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers requires season-ending knee surgery before they later take the field against the Boston Red Sox at West Sacramento, Calif.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 27

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Langeliers, Bellinger, Montgomery

With the Yankees already down one superstar outfielder, another big bat from the club was placed on the IL on July 26. The Athletics, meanwhile, put All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers on the injured list with what could be a season-ending injury.

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26

Cardinals make first MLB trade deadline move with Athletics

The St. Louis Cardinals sparked theories Sunday of delivering a big MLB trade move. The National League Central franchise indeed pulled one off before the MLB trade deadline in working a deal with the Athletics.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 26

MLB roundup: Marlins blow lead to Padres, lose club-record 12th straight

Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill homered in the four-run eighth inning to help the visiting San Diego Padres rally for a 5-3 win on Sunday and extend the Miami Marlins' losing streak to a franchise-record 12 straight games.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 26

Twins roll up big lead, hold on to beat Athletics

Ryan Jeffers went 3-for-5 with three RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins held on for an 11-8 win over the Athletics on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis. Ryan Kreidler finished 3-for-4 with three doubles and an RBI for Minnesota, which won the rubber match of the three-game series.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26

Yankees want a right-handed outfielder at deadline, but not from Mets

As the New York Yankees are surrounded by rumors ahead of the trade deadline, people are wondering which areas of need the team is looking to address. While the Yankees have been linked to acquiring a catcher, there’s another need for a right-handed outfielder, though the team won’t go after this New York Mets star.

Ryan Jeffers News / Viral Sports News / July 26

Yankees Receive Bad News on Potential Ryan Jeffers Trade

The New York Yankees are in need of a catcher, and they appear to be targeting Minnesota Twins star Ryan Jeffers before the MLB trade deadline. In fact, it was reported on Sunday morning that the Yankees are the top destination for Jeffers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26

Teams interested in trading for catcher can cross Langeliers off wish list

Teams interested in trading for catcher can cross A's Shea Langeliers off wish list

His name has been circulating in trade rumors before the Aug. 3 deadline.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Winners and Losers: The All-Star Break Is a Reset Button, and Resets Cut Both Ways

The All-Star break means different things to different players. If one of your players is red hot, you hate to have a four-day pause in the middle of his streak.

Nick Kurtz News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Athletics Announce Move After Nick Kurtz News

The Athletics welcomed back one of their top hitters Saturday, reinstating first baseman Nick Kurtz from the 10-day injured list ahead of their game while optioning infielder Max Muncy to Triple-A Las Vegas.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 25