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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23
Padres sign veteran reliever to minor-league contract
The San Diego Padres are known to make a lot of trades, especially around this time of year, with the 2026 season starting on Wednesday. Manager A.J. Preller loves to build his team through trades, but he has not done so since the last trade deadline.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Padres Nearing Deal With Jose Leclerc
The Padres are close to a deal with veteran reliever José Leclerc, as first reported by journalist Mike Rodriguez. It’ll be a minor league deal for the Munger English Sports Management client once it’s complete, Jon Heyman of the New York Post adds.
Athletics News / Athletics Nation / November 20
2025 Athletics Season In Review: Jose Leclerc 
Today in our review series we got someone that made it into just ten games for the A’s due to injury. Righty reliever Jose Leclerc barely played for the Athletics this past season and that’s looking like all we’ll see of the former Rangers closer in the Green & Gold.
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 6, 2025
A's reliever Jose Leclerc (shoulder) undergoes surgery
Athletics right-hander Jose Leclerc underwent surgery on his pitching shoulder Wednesday, according to the team. Dr. Keith Meister performed the surgery in Arlington, Texas, after Leclerc was shut down for the season on July 25.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6, 2025
Athletics’ Jose Leclerc’s season comes to disappointing end
The Athletics have been one of Major League Baseball’s more interesting teams this season. They are not one of the league’s best teams, but Mark Kotsay’s squad has made their fair share of headlines.
Athletics News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 26, 2025
Former Rangers Reliever Jose Leclerc to Miss Remainder of Season with Injury
Jose Leclerc went to the Athletics for a fresh start. But this season ended up being a lost one for the former Texas Rangers reliever. Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reported that Leclerc will undergo shoulder surgery and miss the remainder of the season.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25, 2025
Athletics lose $10M reliever to season-ending injury
He made 10 appearances this season.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30, 2025
Athletics select Carlos Duran
The A’s have selected the contract of righty Carlos Duran from Triple-A and optioned lefty Jacob Lopez, per a team announcement. Right-hander Jose Leclerc was transferred from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL in order to open space for Duran, who’ll be making his MLB debut the first time he takes the mound.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23, 2025
Athletics place World Series-winning pitcher on IL amid flurry of roster moves
The Athletics announced a series of roster moves Wednesday.
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 / Athlon Sports / April 22, 2025
Phillies Trade Prediction Lands $10 Million Athletics Right-Handed Reliever
The Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen has gotten off to a terrible start. With multiple relievers struggling to start the year, the Phillies need to add bullpen help as soon as possible.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / March 6, 2025
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 / Athletics on SI / February 22, 2025
The A's Have Baseball's Most Underrated Bullpen
With Spring Training Games in full swing, we are getting even closer to the regular season. This off-season, the A's made a few minor splashes, especially on the pitching side of things.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 18, 2025
Former Texas Rangers All-Star Looking To Make Comeback With AL West Rival
The Texas Rangers bullpen is going to have a lot of attention on it during spring training. Their relief pitching staff underwent a massive overhaul this offseason with many of their contributors from 2024 hitting free agency.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 18, 2025
Right-Handed Reliever Jose Leclerc Leaves One Seattle Mariners Rival For Another
The Seattle Mariners have only just recently started picking up steam on transactions in the offseason. The Mariners added their first every-day or starting-caliber player for 2025 after signing 13-year infielder Donovan Solano to a one-year, $3.5 million deal on Jan.
Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / January 17, 2025
A's agree to one-year deal with RHP Jose Leclerc
Right-handed reliever Jose Leclerc made a free agent move within the American League West, agreeing to a one-year deal with the Athletics on Friday. According to multiple media reports, the contract is worth $10 million.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17, 2025
Athletics sign former World Series-winning reliever
The Oakland A’s continue to spend money this offseason, this time adding some reinforcements for their bullpen. The Athletics agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with reliever Jose Leclerc on Friday, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 17, 2025
Former Texas Rangers Star Reliever Signs One-Year Deal With Athletics
A former star Texas Rangers reliever has found a new home with the Athletics. ESPN insider Jeff Passan shared the news on Friday afternoon that Jose Leclerc would be signing a one-year, $10 million contract with the Athletics.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 6, 2025
One perfect free-agent signing for every AL West team
The AL West has been one of the most active divisions this offseason as every team has made a big splash through free agency or via trade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 12, 2024
Watch: Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton reaches notable milestone on 405-foot homer
Stanton remains one of the most consistent sluggers in baseball.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 1, 2024
Spring Training Notebook: Leclerc's Rough Debut, Wendy's Chili Frito Pie Hack
SURPRISE, Ariz. — Jose Leclerc made his spring debut during the Rangers' 7-5 Cactus League win over the Milwaukee Brewers. Rangers manager Bruce Bochy
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22, 2023
Three takeaways as the Rangers force Game 7 in ALCS
We will have at least one Game 7 to decide a World Series berth as the Rangers bashed their way to a 9-2 win over the Astros on Sunday night. That sets the stage for winner-take-all game on Monday night in Houston.
Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / October 8, 2023
Corey Seager makes history doing nothing in Rangers ALDS Game 2 blowout win
On Sunday, Rangers shortstop Corey Seager made incredible MLB postseason history by doing virtually nothing.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14, 2023
Three potential offseason targets for the San Francisco Giants
Taking a look at three players the San Francisco Giants would be wise to pursue this offseason.
Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / June 16, 2022
Rangers activate former closer Jose Leclerc from IL
On Thursday, the Texas Rangers activated former closer Jose Leclerc from the 60-day injured list. Leclerc, 28, has been out of action for nearly two years with injury.
Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / March 29, 2021
Rangers' Jose Leclerc to undergo Tommy John surgery
The team's worst fears were confirmed as Leclerc will undergo season-ending surgery.
Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / March 22, 2021
Rangers' Jose Leclerc out long-term with elbow problem
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jose Leclerc cannot catch a break.
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