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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15
Mason Miller admits to being ‘surprised’ by Clayton Kershaw’s WBC move
On Thursday, the baseball world was thrown for a loop when Clayton Kershaw said he would pitch in the World Baseball Classic. This comes after he announced his retirement after 17 years with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15
Padres’ Mason Miller all in on closing for 2026 — but will he start games in future?
The San Diego Padres contain a secret weapon. Closer Mason Miller has been dominant since he debuted for the Athletics a few seasons ago. Padres general manager A.J.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 13
Padres Manager Addresses Mason Millers Future as a Starter
Padres manager Craig Stammen joined the Foul Territory podcast to talk about his plans for the 2026 season. During the discussion, he was asked about his expectations for Mason Miller in the future.
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 / Empire Sports Media / January 9
Trade talks between Mets and Padres for Mason Miller reportedly ‘went nowhere’
The price of elite relief pitching keeps climbing, and the New York Mets just ran face-first into that reality. A few months ago, the Athletics sent shockwaves through the market by trading Mason Miller and JP Sears to the San Diego Padres.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 1
Insider gives telling Mason Miller update for Mets
There's still much that the New York Mets must figure out regarding their roster before the offseason ends. And while David Stearns has made several intriguing additions to his club's bullpen, there remain questions about whether New York's current group is good enough, especially in the ninth inning.
New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 24
This Closer Trade Could Be a Game Changer for the Yankees
The talk of Mason Miller possibly being on the move is polluting the game’s current conversations. It’s hard to have that conversation without including the New York Yankees.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 18
Tarik Skubal, Mason Miller join Team USA pitching staff
All-Star pitchers Tarik Skubal and Mason Miller confirmed Thursday they are joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. They join a star-studded roster featuring team captain Aaron Judge, Paul Skenes, Cal Raleigh and Bobby Witt Jr., and managed by Mark DeRosa.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18
Team USA gets commitment from two-time Cy Young winner, flame-throwing closer for 2026 World Baseball Classic
The pitching staff for Team USA was already loaded prior to an announcement Thursday of two flame-throwers committing for the event.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 14
Mets’ perfect trade offer for Padres’ Mason Miller
The New York Mets face a critical offseason after failing to reach the playoffs in 2025. New York was expected to build on a successful 2024 campaign, when the team made a surprise run to the NLCS.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / December 13
Mets talking to Padres about potential trades for these players
The New York Mets find themselves in a dire position to improve their roster after what has been a disastrous week.
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.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Padres, Mets ‘engaging’ on potential trade including Mason Miller
San Diego Padres star reliever Mason Miller has emerged as a trade candidate this offseason. According to an article by Ken Rosenthal, Dennis Lin and Will Sammon of The Athletic, Miller is among the players being discussed in a potential Padres’ trade with the New York Mets.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10
Why ex-player believes Padres should make Mason Miller trade
The San Diego Padres find themselves in the center of MLB offseason trade rumors, and one former star believes a bold move could be on the table. During MLB Network coverage at the MLB Winter Meetings, Harold Reynolds explained why the Padres should at least listen on a possible Mason Miller trade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9
MLB Winter Meetings takeaways: Padres make big pitching decision
The San Diego Padres have seemingly answered one of their biggest offseason questions. However, the answer opens up more questions for a team looking to get back to the postseason in 2026.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Padres to keep Mason Miller in bullpen
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen says that the club is planning to keep Mason Miller, Adrián Morejón and David Morgan in the bullpen, per Alden González of ESPN.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 19
Padres' Mason Miller Has Clear Message About Becoming Starting Pitcher
The Padres' top priority this offseason is to fill a starting rotation facing the loss of Yu Darvish to an internal brace procedure, and the possible losses of Dylan Cease and Michael King in free agency.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 22
Should Padres Move Mason Miller to Starting Rotation?
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mason Miller made an immediate impact in San Diego after arriving from the Athletics at the trade deadline, posting a 0.66 ERA through his 22 regular season appearances with the Friars in 2025.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 6
Padres' Mason Miller Named Most Dominant Player in MLB Right Now
MLB Network's Greg Amsinger named San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mason Miller as the most dominant player in the postseason after his performance in Game 2 of the Wild Card series.
San Diego Padres News / Total Apex Sports / October 1
Mason Miller Just Threw the Fastest Pitch in Playoff History – And It Was Absolutely Filthy
Look, we’ve all seen some pretty ridiculous pitches over the years. Nolan Ryan throwing absolute gas, Randy Johnson making batters question their life choices, and Chapman consistently hitting triple digits.
MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 5
Padres Immediately Told Mason Miller About Dodgers Rivalry After Trade
The San Diego Padres were one of the most aggressive teams at the 2025 MLB trade deadline as they added several high-profile players, including All-Star closer Mason Miller in a deal with the Athletics.
The 'MLB 2024 strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the MLB pitchers to strikeout at least 100 batters in 2024 can you name in seven minutes?
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 31
A's Mason Miller 'Unavailable' in Save Situation Amid Trade Rumors
After the Athletics kept closer Mason Miller out of a save situation on Wednesday night, it was clear something was up. With his team leading 5-3 heading into the ninth, Miller was not called upon to finish out the game.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30
Why Yankees should trade for Athletics' Mason Miller
As we start counting the hours until MLB’s trade deadline passes at 6 p.m. ET on Thursday, one team has made a surprising pivot on a transformational player.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20
A’s rebuffing trade interest in Mason Miller
The Athletics are lined up to be sellers at the deadline, but their July 31 moves won’t extend to a certain long-term closer. Mason Miller appears to be more or less untouchable, as USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes that the A’s are telling interested teams that the reliever isn’t available in trade talks.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 15
Athletics reversing course on this former All-Star in trade talks
Athletics closer Mason Miller had been viewed as untouchable in trade discussions. That may no longer be the case.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 21
A's Hiding Signed Mason Miller Bobbleheads Around Sutter Health Park on Sunday
The Athletics unveiled in a TikTok post that there will be signed Mason Miller bobbleheads hidden around Sutter Health Park on Sunday. That is the same day that fans in attendance will be able to grab their own Miller bobblehead, but a select few that arrive early and scout the park will be able to snag the signed versions.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8, 2024
Athletics are not discussing a rotation move for Mason Miller
Last offseason, the Athletics moved Mason Miller from the rotation to the closing job. General manager David Forst said at the time that the A’s were open to building the right-hander back up as a starter after one season in relief. That doesn’t seem to be on the table for now.
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