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In a game where the offense lacked much energy. there were a few positive moments in the opener vs. the Angels to look at. Denzel Clarke made another incredible catch, this time scaling the wall at Angel Stadium to rob a home run from Nolan Schanuel in the first inning.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2

A's make several roster moves before game vs. Twins

The Athletics announced a handful of moves before Monday's series opener against the Twins.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 2

Reinforcements on the Way for A's

The Athletics made a few moves Monday, following Miguel Andujar's oblique injury on the road trip. It looks like it will be a multi-week absence, and he will be sorely missed during that time as he was batting .296 prior to his injury.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23

Athletics designate Seth Brown for assignment, option JJ Bleday

The Athletics announced a huge batch of roster moves today.

Athletics to promote former first-round pick amid losing streak

Athletics INF Gio Urshela (hamstring) headed to IL

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 5

A's Win Dog Fight, Take Series vs. Marlins

It was a series of "firsts" and plenty of celebration in Miami for the A's, as they head back West with two series wins under their belt, an AL-best road record of 13-7, and a little bit of swagger.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 16

JJ Bleday collects three hits as A's down White Sox

JJ Bleday went 3-for-4 with an RBI, Gio Urshela knocked in two with a sixth-inning triple as the visiting Athletics earned a 3-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 9

A's erupt early, rout Padres for first win in Sacramento

JJ Bleday homered and knocked in three runs while Gio Urshela added three hits and three RBIs as the Athletics won their first game in their temporary home in West Sacramento, Calif., stopping the San Diego Padres 10-4 on Tuesday night.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 8

A's JJ Bleday Ready to Take Next Step in 2025

The Athletics had another outfielder breakout in 2024, in addition to Lawrence Butler, and that was JJ Bleday. Coming over in a trade with the Marlins in 2023, Bleday struggled severely at the plate, batting .195 across 303 plate appearances.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / February 6

A's Land Two Players on MLB's Underrated List

The Athletics are an underrated team heading into the 2025 season. Even the projection systems don't believe in them. Part of the reason for that lack of confidence is because the club just hasn't done it...yet.

MLB News / Oakland Athletics on SI / January 27

Did The A's Win The JJ Bleday Trade with the Miami Marlins?

Just two off-seasons ago, the A's made a surprise trade by sending off their former No. 2 prospect, A.J. Puk, to the Miami Marlins. In exchange, the A's received Miami's No.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / December 18

Athletics 2024 Season in Review: JJ Bleday

A’s centerfielder continues to improve and add value 2024 was JJ Bleday’s third season in the majors, and second full season with the Oakland Athletics.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 29

A's JJ Bleday may have a second breakout on the way

When the A's traded reliever A.J. Puk for outfielder JJ Bleday, there were a number of fans that were against the move. They saw Puk as a potential dominant closer, and Bleday as someone that had struggled at the dish in his brief time in the big leagues.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / November 16

Center Field — Yes It’s An “Area Of Need”

“Look at me...I can be...center field,” sung John Fogerty but not JJ Bleday. Bleday did an admirable job of trying to pose as a CFer in 2024, but the A’s path to increased success in 2025 and beyond involves moving Bleday over to a corner (if not dealt to another team).

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / September 13

Oakland Athletics Outfielder Makes Recent History with Major Accomplishment

The Oakland Athletics lost on Thursday to the Houston Astros, but that didn't stop outfielder JJ Bleday from making some recent team history in the defeat.

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MLB News / Just Baseball / September 13

Late-Season Waiver Wire Pickups: Norby, Herz, Horwitz

Much of the Orioles fanbase seemed to be upset that the Marlins poached one of their better infield prospects at the trade deadline. But with how stacked Baltimore was in terms of prospect capital, it was a move that Mike Elias and company were comfortable in making.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / September 6

Oakland Athletics' JJ Bleday on Pace to Make Franchise History With Wild Stat Line

JJ Bleday has impressed all throughout his breakout 2024 campaign, the Oakland Athletics just haven't been able to fully capitalize on his production. The 26-year-old center fielder went 1-for-5 against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday, bringing his batting average on the season to .247, his OPS to .787 and his WAR to 3.0.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 9

Dinger Tuesday: All things point to homers in these matchups

We've got three games on the docket that stand out for potential homer fests, and that's where we'll go to take advantage of some of the Tuesday home run promotions.

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MLB News / Last Word On Sports / June 21

Rumor: Pirates and Athletics Trade of Slugging Outfielders Possible

The Oakland Athletics could be willing to trade JJ Bleday to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Jack Suwinski and Liover Peguero. At least that’s what an MLB executive suggested to Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Athletics News / Fastball on SI / June 8, 2024

JJ Bleday Joins Rare Oakland Athletics History with Walk-off Winner on Friday

The Oakland Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 on Friday night to open up the series on a solid note. With the win, the A's are 26-39 while the Blue Jays fell to 30-33 with the loss.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 8, 2024

JJ Bleday's walk-off blast lifts A's past Blue Jays

JJ Bleday hit Chad Green's first pitch for a leadoff home run in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday night, delivering the Oakland Athletics a walk-off, 2-1 victory over the visiting Toronto Blue Jays.

Athletics News / LWOSports.com / May 7, 2024

How the Athletics have significantly improved in 2024

No need to beat around the bush on this one, the situation in Oakland is a disaster. The team was dreadful on the field last year and the situation off the field has never been more bleak.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / May 1, 2024

More Offensive Struggles, 2 JJ Bleday Homers Doom Pirates in 2nd Straight Loss to A’s

OAKLAND — The Pittsburgh Pirates had more than double the hits and exactly double the runs Tuesday night compared to the night before. They still lost, 5-2, guaranteeing a series loss to the A’s in Oakland. The Pirates drew first blood right away, taking a 1-0 lead on a Connor Joe home run in the first inning.