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2026 Transactions: Athletics Claim Rodriguez, Orioles DFA Suarez

Former Cleveland outfielder Johnathan Rodriguez found yet another home on August 21, as the power-hitting outfielder was claimed by the Athletics. As for his old team, the Orioles, Baltimore designated pitcher Albert Suarez for assignment.

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Athletics Acquire Intriguing Power Hitter in Post-Deadline Move

The Athletics added organizational outfield depth Thursday by claiming 26-year-old Johnathan Rodríguez off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and optioning him to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 21

A’s roster moves: Wilson to IL, Stefanic & Morris recalled, Rashi optioned

The A’s made several roster moves on Friday afternoon before kicking off their weekend series in Houston, starting by placing young shortstop Jacob Wilson on the 10-day IL among other roster moves: Wilson’s IL placement wasn’t the only move but it was the biggest.

Michael Stefanic News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Athletics Select Michael Stefanic

The Athletics announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Michael Stefanic. He takes the active roster spot of fellow infielder Jacob Wilson, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Gage Jump News / Athletics on SI / August 21

Why It Might Be Time To Worry About Athletics' Jump

Gage Jump has jumped up and jumped down since the All-Star Break. Jump was the Athletics' premier arm at one point in the season, no doubt. But after seven starts since the break, Jump has started to become a liability.

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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 / Field Level Media / August 21

Astros aim to dismiss recent woes, focus on Athletics

The schedule appeared to favor Houston entering last weekend, with a nine-game homestand against three teams with losing records providing the Astros an opportunity to create a cushion atop the American League West.

Jacob Wilson News / Athletics on SI / August 21

What Changes for Athletics After Jacob Wilson's Season Ends

On Thursday, the A's announced that Jacob Wilson would be shut down for the remainder of the 2026 season. A few lingering injuries for Wilson will keep him out in hopes of a 100% healthy shortstop for the 2027 season.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 21

How Athletics Can Avoid Another Series Loss vs. Astros

Even though the Athletics were pummeled by the Royals in the past series, there is hope for a turnaround vs. the Astros. With the Athletics now 49-79 on the season, there is little hope for a significant push.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 21

MLB roundup: Ninth-inning error helps Cardinals rally past Reds

The St. Louis Cardinals overcame a grand slam with help from a crucial error in the top of the ninth inning, holding on for a 10-9 win over the host Cincinnati Reds on Thursday afternoon.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 20

Royals polish off four-game sweep of Athletics

Bobby Witt Jr. homered among his two hits and scored three times, while Salvador Perez and Michael Massey each had three hits to propel the Kansas City Royals to a four-game sweep of the visiting Athletics with a 6-2 victory on Thursday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 20

Report: A's SS Jacob Wilson (shoulder) expected to miss rest of season

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is expected to miss the rest of the season with a left shoulder injury, MLB.com reported on Thursday. Wilson last played in the A's 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday.

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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.

Tyler Soderstrom News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Athletics Add Player After Season-Ending Tyler Soderstrom News

The Athletics have added outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez after losing another key piece of their young core to a season-ending injury. The club announced that Tyler Soderstrom will undergo surgery on his left hip after a chronic impingement failed to improve.

Maikel Garcia News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Royals’ Maikel Garcia suffers injury scare during Athletics game

The Kansas City Royals will have to finish Thursday’s contest against the Athletics without Maikel Garcia. He suffered a lower-body injury early in the matchup and was immediately removed from the game.

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Athletics provide exciting update on Las Vegas stadium

The Athletics are currently playing in Sacramento, California while the franchise awaits the building of its new stadium in Las Vegas. While the club is not going to make the official move to Nevada until the 2028 season, the organization shared an update on the progress being made on the new stadium.