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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.

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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.

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.

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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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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 / 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 / Athletics Nation / July 26

A’s Lose Finale (And Series) To Twins 11-8

The Athletics dropped their 61st game of the season on Sunday afternoon in Minnesota, falling to the Twins 11-8 in the series finale and ending the road trip on a low note.

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.

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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.

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Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 26

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

Langeliers is expected to have surgery that will either leave him absent for a lengthy amount of time (6-8 weeks) or the rest of the season.

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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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Shea Langeliers News / Field Level Media / July 26

Report: A's C Shea Langeliers (knee) could miss rest of season

Athletics' All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers could miss the remainder of the season after tearing the meniscus in his right knee while running the bases, ESPN reported on Sunday morning.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

Athletics All-Star goes down with major injury

This development involving the 28-year-old affects not only the Athletics’ play on the field but also the front office’s plans, as he was viewed as one of the team’s top trade chips.

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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.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 26

A's Major Roster Moves Hint at Impending Deadline Trade

With the deadline coming up very soon, we are already starting to see the Athletics make some serious moves. The Athletics are in a very awkward spot, to say the least.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 26

Athletics Show Promise in Shutout Win Over Minnesota

Wins have been few and far between, but when the Athletics get one, it feels good. The Athletics have been up and down all season and are currently trying to dig themselves out of their 10-game losing streak, which ended only a few games ago.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 26

This Former Athletics Closer Could Rejoin their Bullpen

The A's are in the midst of some midseason struggles, and they need all of the help they can get to turn their bullpen around. The trade deadline is right around the corner, but the A's will likely not be in the market for a reliever specifically, but will certainly look to add some help to their pitching staff as a whole.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 25

2026 Transactions: Phillies Trade for Misner, Athletics to Sign Keuchel

Dallas Keuchel is back in the AL West. Keuchel reportedly agreed to join the Athletics on a Minor League pact, as the veteran lefty looks to continue his MLB career.

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.