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Athletics News / Sporting News / October 23

Athletics' Nick Kurtz earns Sporting News AL Rookie of the Year Award

Athletics' rookie did nothing but turn heads this season.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 2

Five A’s Nominated for the 2025 All-MLB Team

Major League Baseball recently announced the nominees for the 2025 All-MLB Team, and the Athletics had five of its stars named to the ballot. The American League Rookie of the Year favorite mashed in his first season in the big leagues.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Nick Kurtz Facing Decision After Comments From Athletics GM

The Athletics missed the playoffs for the fifth straight year this season, but their fans finally have something to look forward to. First baseman Nick Kurtz and shortstop Jacob Wilson each had standout rookie campaigns, giving the team a bright outlook for the future.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22

Which MLB players will take home major awards?

Yardbarker's MLB writers decided now is the time to pick a winner for each of the three major awards — the Most Valuable Player, the Cy Young, and the Rookie of the Year — in each of the American and National Leagues.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 14

Reactions to Nick Kurtz's 494 Foot Grand Slam in A's Win Over Reds

With the A's pulling ahead of the Cincinnati Reds in the late inning of Saturday's game and holding a 7-5 lead, rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz absolutely crushed a grand slam that put the game out of reach for the visiting club.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

The legend of Athletics’ Nick Kurtz continues with grand slam vs. Reds

The Athletics routed the Cincinnati Reds 11-5 on Saturday night at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, heralded by Nick Kurtz’s 493-foot grand slam in the eighth inning, the longest home run in MLB this season.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 11

Athletics’ Nick Kurtz joins impressive company after hitting 30th home run

The Athletics are witnessing a breakout star in Nick Kurtz. He continues to prove why he belongs among baseball’s most exciting young sluggers. On Thursday, Nick Kurtz became the first rookie this season to reach 30 home runs.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 10

Athletics’ Nick Kurtz joins 30 HR club with bomb vs. Red Sox

The Athletics’ season will end with the team near the bottom of the American League West. Despite finishing with another sub-.500 record, Mark Kotsay’s team can walk away feeling good.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Why Athletics’ Nick Kurtz will win AL Rookie of the Year Award

At 66-79, the Athletics still have a ways to go before making their way into the playoffs. However, the 2025 season has cast a bright light on the A’s future.

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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 / Athlon Sports / September 2

Athletics Make Nick Kurtz Decision After 3 Straight Missed Games

Rookie sensation Nick Kurtz left the Athletics' loss to the Texas Rangers on Friday in the fourth inning due to an oblique injury. The 22-year-old missed the rest of the series and sat out during the Athletics' victory against the St.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 31

Athletics' Nick Kurtz undergoes MRI, avoids serious injury

Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz wasn't found to have a serious injury when he underwent an MRI exam on his right oblique, manager Mark Kotsay said before Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Athletics Announce Nick Kurtz News After Leaving Rangers Game

The Athletics haven't given fans much to cheer about recently, as they're on pace to miss the playoffs for the fifth straight season. However, their young talent is among the best in baseball.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / August 25

Nick Kurtz Is Quickly Becoming One of MLB’s Best Sluggers

Early on this season, the Athletics found themselves in the heart of discussions surrounding this year’s American League Rookie of the Year Award. Shortstop Jacob Wilson had been one of the best hitters in the sport this season, using his elite contact-first playstyle to guide him to success.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20

Two MLB award races that have already been decided

With a month of regular-season baseball remaining, many of the MLB's award races are still hotly contested. There are, however, a pair of award races that have long been decided.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 11

Nick Kurtz seeks to regain power surge as A's host Rays

Nick Kurtz celebrated the one-year anniversary of his professional debut on Sunday, and the Athletics first baseman already is established as a fierce power hitter after just 79 games in the majors.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 6

Nick Kurtz Four-Homer Topps NOW Card One of the Most Coveted of the Season

A little over a year ago, the Athletics selected Nick Kurtz with the No. 4 overall pick in the MLB Draft, and he has certainly made his presence known since that day.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1

Trade-happy A's building something special

A flurry of deals Thursday highlighted a busy MLB trade deadline. While many position players and starting pitchers were dealt, the theme of this year's deadline was postseason contenders adding to their bullpen.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 27

Nick Kurtz aims to remain hot as A's pursue series sweep of Astros

One night after becoming the first rookie to produce a four-homer game as part of a historic 6-for-6 performance, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz finished 2-for-4 with a walk in a 5-1 win Saturday over the host Houston Astros.

Athletics News / Dice City Sports / July 26

Did Nick Kurtz Have The Best Night Ever In MLB History?

Nick Kurtz didn’t just have a great game, he arguably had the greatest game in MLB history. The 22 year old Athletics rookie exploded for four home runs in Friday night’s 15–3 demolition of the Houston Astros, becoming the first rookie ever to join the exclusive four homer club.

Athletics News / LWOSports.com / July 27

A’s rookie Nick Kurtz Slugs His Way Into MLB History Books

Recently, Athletics’ hulking rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz made baseball history. Kurtz, who was drafted in 2004 fourth overall by the Athletics had

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

Nick Kurtz’s incredible nickname trends amid his 4-home run game

Nick Kurtz on Friday put together one of the best games in MLB history. His great nickname trended on social media in conjunction with the big game. Kurtz went 6-for-6 with 4 home runs in the Athletics’ 15-3 win over the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 25