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Last-place Athletics, Orioles piecing together lineups

When the Athletics have their offense rolling, they've shown the ability to really tack on runs. They'll try for that again Sunday afternoon when their road series concludes against the Baltimore Orioles.

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With the weekend ending today, fantasy players could end the weekend with a bang and help fantasy players win cash prizes in today’s top MLB DFS lineups.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 10

MLB roundup: Braves sweep Marlins in historic doubleheader

While Jen Pawol made Major League Baseball history by serving as the first-base umpire, Atlanta starter Hurston Waldrep allowed one run in six innings as the host Braves defeated the Miami Marlins 7-1 Saturday afternoon in Game 1 of a day-night doubleheader.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Padres Hero Reveals Hilarious Truth About Walk-Off Hit

The San Diego Padres made a flurry of moves at the MLB trade deadline and have reaped the benefits ever since. Since the deadline, the Padres have a 5-3 record and have already seen some of their acquisitions pay major dividends.

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Athletics News / New Baseball Media / August 10

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Sasaki, Severino, Yankees Old-Timers

The Dodgers may be getting reinforcements soon. Rookie Roki Sasaki is nearing a rehab assignment, and he could return within the next month. Meanwhile, in Northern California, the Athletics lost starter Luis Severino to an oblique injury.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 9

Athletics' Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers bash O's

Brent Rooker and Shea Langeliers each homered and combined to drive in seven runs as the Athletics blew out the host Baltimore Orioles 11-3 on Saturday night.

Athletics News / Athletics Nation / August 9

A’s Bats Explode, Beat Orioles 11-3

The Athletics managed to sneak out a win in Baltimore on Saturday evening, riding a hot lineup to the win against the Orioles 11-3 while getting a fantastic outing from their rookie starting pitcher.

Johnny Damon News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Ex-Yankees Star Johnny Damon’s Change in Physical Appearance Grabs Attention

Former Major League Baseball outfielder Johnny Damon went through a couple physical transformations during his career. With the Boston Red Sox, Damon famously grew a long flowing hairstyle and a perfectly trimmed bead to match.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9

A's massive free-agent signing just keeps looking worse

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.

Jurickson Profar robs home run with Catch of the Year candidate

World Series-winning pitcher releases statement after deciding to retire

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Luis Severino 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.

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Jurickson Profar News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9

Jurickson Profar robs home run with Catch of the Year candidate

Atlanta Braves left fielder Jurickson Profar contributed a potential catch of the year on Saturday against the Miami Marlins. Profar climbed up and over the left field fence to rob a home run from Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez in the top of the fourth inning of Saturday’s game at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 9

A's Begin Pouring Concrete at Las Vegas Ballpark Site

There has been plenty of skepticism over the Athletics' plan to build a ballpark at the former Tropicana site over the past two years, but the franchise keeps displaying little bits of progress.

J.T. Ginn News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 9

The Importance of J.T. Ginn's Outing Against the Baltimore Orioles

After trading away JP Sears and Mason Miller at the Trade Deadline, there is a spot open in the Athletics rotation not just for the duration of the 2025 campaign, but heading into 2026.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Former Dodgers favorite announces his retirement from MLB

A beloved former Los Angeles Dodgers player is saying, “That’s all folks!”

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Athletics News / Fastball on SI / August 7

Athletics Rookie Wins 17-Pitch Duel With Washington Nationals Veteran

Sitting at 90 pitches through 7.0 innings, Jacob Lopez was finally given the green light to come back out for the eighth Thursday afternoon. The new challenge proved to be a tall one for the Athletics' 27-year-old southpaw, but not one he couldn't handle.

Shea Langeliers News / Just Baseball / August 6

Shea Langeliers Is Still Not Getting the Recognition He Deserves

Most stories coming out on the Athletics have been focused on rookie sensation Nick Kurtz, and rightfully so. Kurtz has looked advanced beyond his years, and the raw power has been a magnet for eyes and headlines.