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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 13
2 Plausible MVP Candidates for Athletics in 2027
The Athletics have multiple MVP-level talents. No, this is not hyperbole. A player can be good and not instantly earn the label of a future MVP. However, the Athletics actually have a list of players who could make this happen.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / October 8
Two Athletics Prospects Who Could Break Out in 2027
Over the last few seasons, the A's have seen many rookies make huge impacts on the big-league team. While at a massive disadvantage without major-league experience, these players sometimes become key contributors.
Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12
Athletics get rough news on All-Star slugger Nick Kurtz
Athletics fans may have seen the last of Big Amish this season. 2026 All-Star Nick Kurtz has missed the Athletics’ last 10 games with a lingering thumb injury.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027
The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4
A’s Announce Several Roster Moves
The Athletics announced several post-deadline roster moves Tuesday. First baseman Nick Kurtz and lefty Jeffrey Springs were placed on the 10-day IL and 15-day IL, respectively.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / August 3
Why Athletics Could Shut Down Kurtz and Wilson
The A's have been riddled with injuries, which have killed their season. They have gone from being a first-place team to hanging out towards the bottom of the American League since losing their star players.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 3
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Kurtz, Rodon, Stanton
A banged-up Athletics team were without two significant pieces on August 2. That was just one piece of injury-related news from the day. Additionally, we have updates on rehabbing pitchers Jackson Jobe & Clay Holmes, the latter of whom may have pitched for the last time in the Mets’ organization.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 2
Athletics star Nick Kurtz (thumb) to visit hand specialist
Athletics All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz will visit a hand specialist in Los Angeles Monday after his right thumb injury caused him to sit out Sunday for the second straight day.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 30
A's star Nick Kurtz (forearm) avoids serious injury after HBP
Athletics All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz received a clean MRI of his left forearm on Thursday and is in the starting lineup for the contest against the visiting Boston Red Sox.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 30
Athletics Provide Troubling Nick Kurtz Update After Loss to Red Sox
The Athletics are awaiting further medical evaluation on All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz after he exited Wednesday night's 4-2, 10-inning loss to the Boston Red Sox with an apparent left arm injury.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 30
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Judge, Kurtz, Cruz
Amidst a push for the playoffs, the Twins had to place Byron Buxton on the injured list thanks to a hip injury. The Pirates, also pushing to make it back to October, could get Oneil Cruz back soon.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 29
Athletics' Nick Kurtz exits after being hit by pitch vs. Red Sox
Athletics All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz exited Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox after the first inning due to being hit by a pitch on the left forearm.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 27
Athletics Reveal Reason Behind Nick Kurtz's Removal From Lineup
Athletics' first baseman Nick Kurtz was noticeably absence from the lineup prior to the team's series opener against the Boston Red Sox on Monday. Kurtz has continued Rookie of the Year Award winning play from the 2025 season into 2026.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 25
Athletics Announce Move After Nick Kurtz News
The Athletics welcomed back one of their top hitters Saturday, reinstating first baseman Nick Kurtz from the 10-day injured list ahead of their game while optioning infielder Max Muncy to Triple-A Las Vegas.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 15
Athletics to promote 2024 first-round pick Tommy White
A storied college career led former LSU star Tommy White to be selected in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the Athletics.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / July 1
Athletics get devastating news on Brent Rooker injury
The Athletics' playoff hopes took a major hit Wednesday after a player they expected to be a key contributor down the stretch was ruled out for the rest of the season.
Athletics News / Dice City Sports / June 16
Kurtz powers A’s to 11-2 win, back to .500 in AL West chase
Nick Kurtz is not giving the league a sophomore slump. He is giving the Athletics another reason to believe this climb is real. Kurtz homered twice, drove in five runs and powered the A’s to an 11-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday at Sutter Health Park.
Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Historic Nick Kurtz Announcement Made on Monday
Nick Kurtz of the Athletics has taken Major League Baseball by storm since arriving in the big leagues. After being selected No. 4 overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, Kurtz played only 32 minor league games before the club felt he was ready for the big show.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 2
Athletics' Nick Kurtz falls just short of impressive MLB record
When you're getting close to breaking an all-time MLB record that has been standing since 1947, you're doing something right. A slugging left-hander had his chance for history denied on Saturday.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / April 26
The Texas Rangers Handed Nick Kurtz an A's Franchise Record
The Athletics ended up going 4-2 during their road trip against the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers, taking two of three from each AL West foe. Along the way, Nick Kurtz etched his name into A's history, setting the mark for most consecutive games drawing a walk at 16, and counting.
Athletics News / Dice City Sports / April 13
Nick Kurtz Breaks Through as A’s Sweep Mets, Send Message to MLB
NEW YORK — The wait is over for Nick Kurtz. After a slow start to his sophomore campaign, the reigning American League Rookie of the Year delivered his first home run of 2026 and it couldn’t have come at a bigger moment.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / March 30
Nick Kurtz Offers a Notable Sign of Progress vs. Lefties
The Athletics are coming off of a rough series, where they set an MLB record for most strikeouts in an opening series with 50, but they also ended up playing three close games against the defending American League champions.
The 'Four-HR MLB games' quiz
How many of the 19 Major League Baseball players in the Live Ball-Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 26
Athletics Have Made Extension Offer To Nick Kurtz
The Athletics have made an extension offer to first baseman Nick Kurtz, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. No specifics of the offer have been reported and it’s unclear how likely it is for the two sides to reach an agreement.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / December 31
Athletics might not be done spending, could sign more young players to extensions ahead of Las Vegas move
The Athletics have actively locked in their core players, but they might not be done yet.
Athletics News / Athletics on SI / December 12
MLB Network's Brian Kenny Makes Bold Claim About A's First Baseman Nick Kurtz
Nick Kurtz was always going to have future success in the major leagues. But the future is now. Coming off an American League Rookie of the Year season where he blasted 36 home runs, the Big Amish is already one of the top five first basemen, according to one MLB analyst.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 22
Three non-playoff MLB teams that could contend in 2026
In 2026, which teams will surprise the baseball world the most? Let's take a look at three clubs that look poised to take a leap next season.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / November 12
As MLB world descends on Las Vegas, Athletics GM gives stadium update
The Athletics are scheduled to play in Sacramento for two more seasons before moving to Las Vegas and establishing their permanent home.
Athletics News / Yardbarker / November 10
Promising young Athletics core recognized in AL ROY vote
After a couple of years at rock bottom, the Athletics are finally trending up.
Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10
Athletics' Nick Kurtz wins AL Rookie of the Year award
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the 2025 American League Rookie of the Year, the Baseball Writers Association of America announced. His teammate Jacob Wilson finished second and Roman Anthony of the Boston Red Sox finished third in the voting.
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