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The Athletics need to turn the ship around. There is no question that the Athletics are going down a very dark path. Mark Kotsay is struggling to make the correct decisions; the offense has hit a wall, and the starting rotation is in disarray.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Athletics Begin Pitching Changeup Following Mark Kotsay's Blunt Comments

The Athletics are already acting on manager Mark Kotsay's call for improvement. On Sunday, the A's suffered a 13-8 loss to the New York Yankees, with all 13 runs and 11 hits coming in a disastrous third inning.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 1

Athletics manager Mark Kotsay hints at major changes after Yankees loss

The Athletics closed a disappointing homestand with a 13-8 loss to the New York Yankees on Sunday, and manager Mark Kotsay suggested roster changes could be coming after a game undone by one disastrous inning.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 10

Athletics not surprised by success as they seek sweep of Orioles

The Athletics aren't surprised about their rising levels of success as they look for a three-game sweep of the Baltimore Orioles when they close out a road trip Sunday afternoon.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 5

A's manager Mark Kotsay wants better effort against Astros

The Athletics will be looking for better results on Sunday as they host the Houston Astros in West Sacramento, Calif., with each team vying for its first series win against a divisional opponent in 2026.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 11

Who Will Be the Athletics’ Closer?

Regardless of how the past few seasons have fared for the A’s, when they were leading in the ninth, you knew you had something exciting to watch. Mason Miller lit up the radar gun and had a knack for leaving you in disbelief at how uncomfortable he made batters look.

MLB News / Dice City Sports / March 6

Athletics Opening Day countdown: Vida Blue is best No. 21 in A’s history

21 days remain until Athletics Opening Day at the Toronto Blue Jays on March 27, 2026. With Las Vegas on the horizon, this daily countdown tracks the best A’s players by jersey number.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / March 3

Mark Kotsay Leaves the Door Wide Open For a Leo De Vries Debut in 2026

A's top prospect Leo De Vries has been stealing headlines since he was traded from the San Diego Padres to the Athletics last trade deadline in the deal that shifted Mason Miller and JP Sears to Southern California.

Athletics News / Dice City Sports / February 21

Athletics open Cactus League play as Kotsay sets Year 5 tone

Snow still salted Mount Charleston on Saturday, a reminder winter has not fully let go of Las Vegas. Down in Arizona, spring training did not wait. The Athletics opened their Cactus League schedule Saturday afternoon at Camelback Ranch against the Chicago White Sox, with first pitch set for 12:05 p.m.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Athletics’ Mark Kotsay makes 2028 Olympics pitch to Dave Roberts

When the 2028 Summer Olympics come around, baseball will be making its official return. With the tournament set to be held at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has expressed his interest in managing.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Athletics’ Mark Kotsay leaves door open for Nick Kurtz contract extension

As the athletics/athletics-news-jacob-wilson-contract-extension-outstanding-rookie-season">Athletics continuing building to a brighter future, they signed both Jacob Wilson and Tyler Soderstrom to contract extensions.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / December 9

A's Manager Mark Kotsay Excited for Las Vegas Amid Stadium Progress

With the recent opening of the A’s Ballpark Experience Center in Las Vegas, it is hard not to get excited about the future of the Athletics. Amid the team's relocation to Sin City, Mark Kotsay gave some insight into his excitement and expectations for 2028.