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Braves preseason capsule: A lot riding on Jurickson Profar, Chris Sale

Atlanta Braves 2024 record: 89-73 (2nd place, NL East). He gone: RHP Jesse Chavez, OF Adam Duvall, LHP Max Fried, LHP A.J. Minter, RHP Charlie Morton, 3B Gio Urshela, OF/DH Jorge Soler, C Travis d'Arnaud, LHP Tyler Matzek, OF Ramon Laureano.

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Mets preseason capsule: Juan Soto's arrival boosts expectations

New York Mets 2024 record: 89-73 (3rd place, NL East). He gone: INF Jose Iglesias, RHP Luis Severino, LHP Jose Quintana, DH J.D. Martinez, OF Harrison Bader, RHP Adam Ottavino, RHP Phil Maton.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Rangers preseason capsule: Jacob deGrom a key to Texas-sized turnaround

Texas Rangers 2024 record: 78-84 (3rd place, AL West) He gone: LHP Andrew Chafin, LHP Andrew Heaney, OF Travis Jankowski, C Carson Kelly, RHP Jose Leclerc, 1B Nathaniel Lowe, RHP David Robertson, RHP Max Scherzer, RHP Kirby Yates.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / 7 hours ago

Spring training roundup: Brandon Drury (2 HRs, 5 RBIs) powers White Sox

Non-roster invitee Brandon Drury went 3-for-3 with two home runs, one double and five RBIs as the Chicago White Sox led the whole way for a 7-3 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Reds in spring training action Friday in Phoenix.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 9 hours ago

Mason Miller’s eye-opening admission on Athletics contract talks

Athletics closer Mason Miller burst onto the scene in 2024, making the All-Star Game and consistently hitting triple digits on the radar gun. He’s already proven to be a valuable piece for this organization as they transition into a move to Las Vegas, but the front office has yet to approach Miller about a contract extension.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / 9 hours ago

A's preseason capsule: New home, new optimism in Sacrameto

Athletics 2024 record 69-93 (fourth place, AL West) He gone: RHP Ross Stripling, LHP Scott Alexander, RHP Dany Jimenez, 1B Ryan Noda, SS Nick Allen, LHP

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / 9 hours ago

How Could Tampa Bay Rays Ballpark Saga Impact A's Plans?

Athletics owner John Fisher seems pretty confident that the team will break ground on their new ballpark in Las Vegas around mid-year, but is there a chance that the future of the Tampa Bay Rays could have an impact on Fisher's plans?

Luis Severino News / Athlon Sports / 10 hours ago

Luis Severino Reveals One Way Mets are Better Than Yankees

Athletics pitcher Luis Severino spent just one season on the New York Mets, but they made an impression on him. The right-hander played a big role in their

Jarren Duran News / Athlon Sports / 12 hours ago

Red Sox Outfielder Receives Impressive Recognition From MLB Peers

Not many better feelings exist than being acknowledged and appreciated by your peers for good work being showcased nightly. Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran was recently ranked as the fourth most underrated player in all of MLB on a list that the players voted on.

Lawrence Butler News / Oakland Athletics on SI / 15 hours ago

Lawrence Butler Says Atlanta Braves Outfielder, Friend, is 'Fat Now'

Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler was recently interviewed for the Baseball is Dead Podcast, and in a clip shared on social media, he was asked about the rumors flying around about a race between Butler, and Atlanta Braves centerfielder Michael Harris II.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / 18 hours ago

A's Spring Breakout Roster

The Athletics are set to play their Spring Breakout contest today, taking on the top prospects in the San Diego Padres system. First pitch is scheduled for 2:40 p.m.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 13

Spring training roundup: Phillies crush 4 HRs in win over Braves

Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner each hit home runs as the Philadelphia Phillies won a 16-9 slugfest over the visiting Atlanta Braves in spring training action Thursday at Clearwater, Fla.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / March 13

Which Team in the AL West Has the Best Closer for 2025?

The American League West should be one of the more fascinating divisions in all of baseball in 2025. The Houston Astros won the division for the fourth consecutive year in 2024, securing their seventh AL West title in the last eight seasons.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 12

Spring training roundup: Braves' Michael Harris II homers twice in same inning

Michael Harris II led off the fifth with a home run and added a three-run shot later in the frame to highlight a nine-run inning as the Atlanta Braves battered the host Baltimore Orioles 13-5 Wednesday in Sarasota, Fla.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12

Rival broadcaster takes shot at Athletics’ move

The Athletics’ decision to leave Oakland was an unpopular one among their Bay Area fans. It also did not go down well with at least one rival broadcaster.

Cooper Bowman News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 12

In Twist, Athletics See Return of Minor Leaguer Taken in Rule 5 Draft by Cincinnati Reds

Cooper Bowman is heading back to the Athletics. The Cincinnati Reds plucked Bowman from the A’s farm system in the Rule 5 draft last December but a disappointing spring training prompted the Reds to change their mind about the infielder.

Athletics News / The Spun / March 12

Anonymous MLB Poll Names League's Most 'Underrated' Player

The baseball season is right around the corner with spring training well underway. And in a recent player poll conducted by MLB.com, over 100 anonymous major leaguers gave their thoughts on a myriad of topics including who their most underrated peers were on the diamond.

Grant Knipp News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 11

Grant Knipp, Seattle Mariners Two-Way Prospect Who Throws 98 MPH, Details His Rise

The Seattle Mariners boast some of the best prospects in baseball, with seven players currently listed in the MLB Top 100 from MLB Pipeline. However, they also boast some of the most unique prospects in baseball as well.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 11

Boston Red Sox MiLB Signing Approaching Rare Team History of Last 20 Years

Boston Red Sox outfielder Trayce Thompson, in camp on a minor-league contract, is doing all he can to make the Red Sox roster. And according to Sarah Langs of MLB.com, he's putting up a historic effort rarely seen in the last 20 years.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 11

Texas Rangers forced to pull inappropriate hats from shops after going viral

Amid widespread backlash, Major League Baseball and the Texas Rangers have pulled the Rangers’ New Era overlap hat from its stores after fans pointed out the design appears to spell out a Spanish vulgarity.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The MLB regular season is only weeks away, but each team has questions and storylines entering the year. Here's a look at each team's biggest storyline entering 2025.

Insider provides significant injury update on Royals' Bobby Witt Jr.

Diamondbacks suddenly have a question mark in their bullpen

Yankees scouring free-agent scraps for a right-handed bat

Why the Yankees should make a deal for Luis Robert Jr.

Reports reveal what Vladimir Guerrero Jr. could want in free agency

Can this young Phillies outfielder turn a corner offensively?

MLB News / Just Baseball / March 10

Top Five Hitters To Avoid Drafting in Fantasy for 2025

Everyone is trying to find the most value when it comes to sleepers. Paying cheap prices for large production is always a recipe for success in fantasy baseball.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Athletics reveal controversial new uniform design

The Athletics riled up some fans with a controversial decision regarding their 2025 uniforms.

A's make another big investment in core player

MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around

The '1989 Oakland Athletics' quiz

Athletics News / LWOSports.com / March 8

MLB Top 5: Texas Rangers Second Basemen and Shortstops

This is the third article in a series that looks at the five best players at each position for t he Texas Rangers. In this installment are second basemen and shortstops.

Athletics News / Yardbarker / March 6