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Athletics’ Michel Otanez to start season on IL

An MRI revealed that right-hander Michel Otanez has an impingement in his throwing shoulder.

No extension talks yet between A’s, All-Star closer

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MLB betting primer: Top picks for futures markets

It's finally upon us: the start of another season of Major League Baseball. It's time for the Boys of Summer to play and for stats nerds like me to analyze all the data I can muster to figure out how I want to bet on some of the many MLB futures markets.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 16

A's Option AL Rookie Stolen Base Leader Acquired in Sean Murphy Trade

On Sunday evening, the A's surprised many with the next round of their roster cuts. As Spring Training is quickly coming and going, more and more roster cuts are being announced, leading up to the eventual 26-man roster that the A's will roll with on Opening Day.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 16

Spring training roundup: Jesus Luzardo strong in Phillies' win

Left-hander Jesus Luzardo struck out six in four innings and Edmundo Sosa drove in three runs as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies hammered a Baltimore Orioles split squad 12-1 on Sunday in Sarasota, Fla.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

The Atlanta Braves have a shortstop problem

Orlando Arcia was one of the worst hitters in baseball a year ago. He was also one of a select few Braves regulars to stay healthy. That was ironically detrimental to the team’s performance.

Mason Miller News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 16

A's Haven't Approached Closer Mason Miller About an Extension

In a conversation with Foul Territory this week, Athletics closer Mason Miller was asked about the potential for him to sign an extension with the club, following the deals handed out to DH Brent Rooker and right fielder Lawrence Butler.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 16

X factor for each AL team

With the start of the baseball season upon us, teams are finalizing their rosters, hoping to put together the group of players that will lead them to the postseason.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 16

MLB power rankings: Who's favored to meet Dodgers in World Series?

Remember Sham? Of course you do. On name alone, you just had to buy a ticket on him in his quest to upset Secretariat in the 1973 Belmont Stakes. As far as we know, Sham is still somewhere rounding the far turn, winning the duel of horses no longer visible on your TV screen.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 16

Two of the A's Top Prospects Removed from Spring Game

The Athletics have escaped most of spring training without much in the way of injuries, which is the goal of every MLB team during this time of year. That changed a little bit on Saturday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 15

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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 15

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 / March 15

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 / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15

No extension talks yet between A’s, All-Star closer

Closer Mason Miller should arguably be the team’s top extension candidate.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 14

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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 14

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 / March 14

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?

Jarren Duran News / Athlon Sports / March 14

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 / March 14

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 / 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 / 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.

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

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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.

Lawrence Butler News / Yardbarker / March 6