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On YouTubeAthletics News / Field Level Media / April 30
Ninth-inning home runs lift Athletics over Rangers
Brent Rooker lined a two-run tiebreaking homer in the ninth inning and Lawrence Butler followed with a grand slam as the Athletics turned it on late to beat the Texas Rangers 7-1 on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 21
2025 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds: Week of April 21
We all know the most important time to be active on the waiver wire is early in the season. Breakouts get scooped up quickly, so you better work fast. Injuries are starting to pop up, and finding the right replacement isn’t as easy as it may seem.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / April 13
Athletics' Star Position Change Could Foreshadow Debut for Top Prospect
Brent Rooker had a breakout 2024 season. After bouncing around a couple teams, Rooker found his footing in Oakland and was one of the best players in the American League last year, culminating in a 10th-place AL MVP finish.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Just Baseball / April 14
The A’s Young Core Is Picking Up Right Where it Left Off
You are forgiven if the Athletics‘ 6-9 record to start the 2025 season doesn’t quite knock your socks off. This is a team that’s not expected to go very far this year, but incremental improvements over the past few seasons would be considered a win it itself.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / April 9
Why We Shouldn't Worry About Brent Rooker's Slow Start
After designated hitter Brent Rooker swatted 39 home runs and batted .293 last season, the A's decided to extend him to the tune of a five-year, $60 million deal.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 24
Three MLB teams that may be surprise contenders in 2025
While all eyes are on World Series-or-bust teams, some sleeper contenders might fly under the radar to begin the 2025 MLB season.
MLB News / Just Baseball / March 10
Top Five Hitters To Avoid Drafting in Fantasy for 2025
Everyone is trying to find the most value when it comes to sleepers. Paying cheap prices for large production is always a recipe for success in fantasy baseball.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / March 6
2024-25 MLB Offseason Recap: Athletics
The Athletics officialy shut the door on their Oakland era in 2024, as the team moved to Sacramento on an interim basis until their new stadium in Las Vegas is built.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 5
A's Slugger Brent Rooker's 2025 Projections
This off-season, the A's deservingly gave their All-Star Slugger, Brent Rooker, a backloaded five-year contract extension. Rooker was a 2023 AL All-Star, as well as being a Silver Slugger Award Winner in 2024.
Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / February 3
Athletics Left Fielder Brent Rooker Aims For 3rd Straight Great Season
Athletics Left Fielder Brent Rooker is aiming for a third straight stellar season. He had the best season of his MLB career in 2024 finishing 10th in American League MVP voting and winning his first Silver Slugger Award.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 24
Athletics’ Brent Rooker hilariously roasts Guardians pitcher
Athletics left fielder Brent Rooker got into a hilarious exchange on Twitter with Cleveland Guardians pitcher Tanner Bibee. The franchise scored a big win this offseason when it extended Rooker this offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 23
A's Brent Rooker, Guardians' Tanner Bibee share hilarious exchange online
Some say baseball players are very superstitious but maybe that's for a good reason.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 11
Athletics’ Brent Rooker shares ‘EXCITED’ message after landing contract extension
Many Athletics fans are still struggling to accept the franchise’s move out of Oakland and continue to lash out at ownership. If one looks beyond the heartbreak, though, they will see a glimmer of hope on the horizon.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / January 7
Why latest offseason move by A's is most important of all
The Athletics continued their busy offseason late Monday night by keeping a key player on the roster.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / January 7
Reports: A's DH Brent Rooker signs 5-year, $60M extension
Designated hitter Brent Rooker and the Athletics reached a five-year, $60 million contract extension, multiple media outlets reported. The New York Post reported on Monday night that the deal includes a $10 million signing bonus and can be worth $92 million over six years provided incentives are reached.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 7
A's sign one-time All-Star OF/DH to five-year extension
The A's continued an uncharacteristically aggressive offseason by locking up a key member of their lineup.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Athletics manager discusses possible contract extension for Brent Rooker
Manager Mark Kotsay told reporters that the team was “hopeful to get something done with” Brent Rooker.
MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 3
MLB Reporter: Athletics Should Trade Brent Rooker to Cincinnati Reds
The Reds are looking to improve their power this offseason. Could they pair up with the Athletics and trade for slugger Brent Rooker? ESPN's Kiley McDaniel and David Schoenfield explored potential trades they'd love to see during the 2024 Winter Meetings.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 27
A's extension candidate: Brent Rooker
The Athletics are reportedly looking to increase their payroll to about $100 million in 2025, but they are also finding it difficult to make trades and add on to their roster because they aren't willing to give up some of their big trade pieces, namely Mason Miller and Brent Rooker.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12
How Brent Rooker made history with AL Silver Slugger Award win
There wasn’t much for the Oakland Athletics to celebrate this season. The A’s went 69-93 and finished fourth in the American League West in their final season in Oakland.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 29
Why Brent Rooker Could Be the Braves’ Ideal Trade Target This Offseason
The Braves and Athletics have quite a history of blockbuster trades in recent years. Three seasons ago, Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos made a major move, sending a package of top prospects to Oakland for first baseman Matt Olson.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4
A's All-Star undergoes forearm surgery
A’s general manager David Forst announced on Friday that star designated hitter Brent Rooker underwent extensor repair surgery on his right elbow/forearm.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 2
A's Brent Rooker Was One of the MLB's Best Hitters in 2024
Brent Rooker has become known around the league, from journeyman to All-Star to now one of baseball's best offensive players, there are no signs of slowing down for the 29-year-old.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / September 11
Brent Rooker quietly putting together stellar season for A's
Oakland A's designated hitter Brent Rooker is easy to overlook. But that might be changing.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 2
The Oakland Athletics Have A Young Core Worth Being Excited About
Taking a look at the standings, the current situation of the Oakland A’s does not appear to be one worth feeling good about. The club is 59-78, has a hopelessly negative run differential and has been the laughing stock of the league for a few years now.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Phillies reportedly interested in Athletics outfielder
The club’s 58-31 record entering play Sunday affords it the best winning percentage in baseball, leaving it well-positioned to push for the club’s first World Series championship since 2008 this October.
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