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On YouTubeAthletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / January 26
Three Reasons Why Luis Severino Will Turn Things Around in 2026
Last offseason, the A's signed Luis Severino to a then-franchise record three year, $67 million contract, and in his first year with the club he struggled.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / January 4
Luis Severino Could Decide the A's 2026 Season
A little over a year ago, the A's signed right-hander Luis Severino to the largest contract in franchise history, at least at the time. That deal has since been surpassed by Tyler Soderstrom's Christmas day extension for seven years and $86 million.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / December 6
The A's Luis Severino Conundrum
Since signing with the A's and being handed the largest contract in franchise history, Luis Severino has been a hot topic for the club. He was vocal about his issues with the minor-league ballpark in Sacramento at times last season, and some reported that the A's brass were not happy about that.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6
A’s not inclined to move Luis Severino solely for salary relief
The Athletics made Luis Severino the highest-paid player in franchise history last winter. The first season of his three-year, $67M free agent contract was mixed at best.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 17
Will the A's Swing a Trade to Reunite with Cardinals Ace?
This winter, the A's have made it clear that they will look to bring in more pitching, as they look to continue building off their improvements from the 2025 season.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 11
Let the Luis Severino Trade Rumors Begin
Last week, we talked about what the Athletics could end up doing with star starting pitcher Luis Severino. He's the biggest non-homegrown name on the roster, and holds the record for the largest contract ever handed out by John Fisher and the A's at three years and $67 million.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 10
The A's Could Target This Former Mets First-Rounder After a Great Year in Japan
The A's will be looking to add some pitching this offseason, and they could be looking to add another big contract to the books like they did last offseason when they added Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 6
A's Labeled 'Best Fit' For Beloved Seattle Mariners Free Agent
The Athletics spent two decades under owner John Fisher's watch not spending money on the roster. Then, just two months after saying goodbye to Oakland, he suddenly found the funds to hand out the largest deal in franchise history, giving Luis Severino three years at $67 million.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 28
One Offseason Move Encapsulated the A's Struggle with Ownership
The A's needed to spend money last winter in order to avoid a grievance from the MLBPA, and even after signing Luis Severino for three years and $67 million, and bringing in Jeffrey Springs and his contract, the club still had some work to do in order to reach the reported $105 million threshold they were after.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 15
A's Shine with Two Gold Glove Finalists
A’s right-handed pitcher Luis Severino and left fielder Tyler Soderstrom have been named finalists for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award, which recognizes the best defensive players at each position, the club announced today.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / October 10
Three areas for the Athletics to focus on during offseason
Let's take a look at three areas for the A's to focus on during the 2025-26 offseason.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 2
Athletics' Luis Severino returns for start against Cardinals
The Athletics pitching staff will get a bit healthier for the stretch run with the return of Luis Severino to the starting rotation. Severino (6-11, 4.82 ERA) came off the 15-day injured list Monday after recovering from a left oblique strain.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9
Athletics' massive free-agent signing just keeps looking worse for both sides
The latest update adds another layer to what has been an unusual first season for the veteran’s Athletics tenure.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 9
A's place RHP Luis Severino (oblique) on 15-day IL
The Athletics placed right-hander Luis Severino on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a left oblique strain. The move is retroactive to Wednesday. Signed to a three-year, $67 million contract, Severino (6-11, 4.82 ERA) was in the midst of overcoming a disastrous start to the season by winning each of his last four starts.
Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 15
Trading Luis Severino Is Not Going To Be an Easy Task
Despite having no permanent home, the Athletics entered the 2025 season with plenty of reason for optimism. They had a scrappy, up-and-coming roster featuring
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 2
3 MLB Landing Spots for SP Luis Severino Before Trade Deadline
Forget one-and-done: Athletics starting pitcher Luis Severino will likely barely make it half a season in Sacramento. Severino all but requested a trade only months after signing a three-year, $67 million deal with the A's.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1
Could unhappy AL right-hander be answer to Mets' pitching woes?
The New York Mets fell from 45-24 to 48-37 ahead of July 1 during a brutal stretch for the club that featured both its pitching and offense producing handfuls of lackluster performances. Could they pursue an old friend to bolster their starting rotation?
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29
Luis Severino might get traded because of his comments about A’s
Athletics pitcher Luis Severino may have successfully talked his way to a new team because of recent comments he made about the team’s temporary home in Sacramento.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / June 29
Athletics ready to admit free agency mistake
The Athletics stunned the baseball universe when they signed pitcher Luis Severino to a three-year, $67 million contract. That contract already appears to be a mistake.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / June 29
With trade rumors swirling, can Luis Severino recoup value for Athletics?
The Athletics signed starting pitcher Luis Severino to a franchise-record deal in the offseason. Can the Athletics now find more value in trading him?
Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 29
A's Luis Severino aims for better result in rematch vs. Yankees
Luis Severino missed pitching at Yankee Stadium last season during his lone season with the New York Mets. On Sunday, the right-hander takes the mound in the Bronx for the first time as a visitor when the Athletics conclude a three-game series with the Yankees.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11
Luis Severino makes surprising admission about his Mets exit
Former New York Mets pitcher Luis Severino on Friday shared just how much he had wanted to stay with the team during the offseason. Severino signed a three-year contract with the Athletics in December following a bounce-back 2024 campaign with the Mets.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9, 2024
Real reason A’s signed Luis Severino to big deal emerges
The Oakland A’s decision to sign Luis Severino to a record-breaking deal was about more than just his baseball abilities.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / December 6, 2024
Why Did the A’s Spend Big on Luis Severino?
Yesterday, the Athletics gave out the largest contract in the history of their franchise, in what was arguably the most surprising signing of the offseason thus far.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 5, 2024
The Athletics sign Luis Severino to a three-year deal
Out of transactions to expect this off-season, no one saw this one coming. On Thursday afternoon, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that Luis Severino had signed a three-year deal with, drum roll please, the Athletics.
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