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It has been the topic of the baseball world after Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz hit four home runs in a single game on Friday night as the team beat the Houston Astros, 15-3. The showcase of the awesome game for the Athletics’ young star has no doubt reinforced his chances of winning AL Rookie of […]

On Friday night at Daikin Park, Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz put forth a historic performance that stunned the baseball world and earned a place in MLB history. In a 15-3 blowout victory over the Houston Astros, the 22-year-old slugger became the first rookie in MLB history to hit four home runs in a single game, […]

Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz has enjoyed success at the major league level since receiving his promotion. However, he has not had a night quite like the one he had on Friday. The Athletics rookie swatted four home runs against the Houston Astros. He recorded six total hits, driving in eight runs, and scoring six. BEST […]

The Athletics haven’t had a ton to cheer about this season, but Nick Kurtz has continued to provide moment after moment for fans to get excited about. However, none of his standout games this season come anywhere close to Friday night against the Houston Astros, where he made a bit of Major League Baseball history. […]

Nick Kurtz made incredible MLB history in Friday’s matchup between the Athletics and Houston Astros. It’s not often for a player to pull a historic feat such as getting four runs in a single game. There are only 19 instances where this took place, emphasizing how rare it is throughout the league’s history. Kurtz decided […]

The Athletics kicked off their weekend series against the Houston Astros with a bang on Friday. Designated hitter Nick Kurtz has been on a tear, and he kept it up against Houston. In the second inning, Kurtz took Astros starter Ryan Gusto deep on a two-run home run that broke the game wide open. The […]

The Oakland Athletics’ first baseman Nick Kurtz went from rookie to record-breaker in the blink of an eye during a 5-2 victory over the Houston Astros, achieving a statistical feat unmatched by any player since 1901. In just 65 career MLB games, the 22-year-old has posted 17 doubles, two triples, 19 home runs, and 28 […]

The Oaklamento Athletics may be spiraling in the standings, but Mason Miller is still delivering fireworks — and now, he’s delivering history. The 26-year-old flamethrower lit up the radar gun with a 104.1 mph fastball Thursday night, tying the fastest pitch of his MLB career and the hardest thrown by any pitcher in the league […]

The Athletics are in last place in the American League West heading into the MLB trade deadline. That could lead them to shipping off some pieces before July 31 to improve their prospect pipeline. With their miserable pitching this year, they could use an infusion of youth on the mound. But Athletics DH and All-Star […]

Midsummer in MLB is synonymous with whispers of blockbuster deals and front offices plotting the perfect move to vault their club into October glory. The Philadelphia Phillies, entrenched as one of baseball’s top contenders, have made no secret of their desire to bolster the back end of their bullpen for the stretch run. Their appetite […]

The Oakland Athletics left-hander JP Sears once again proved his worth on the mound Wednesday, turning in a steady performance against the Texas Rangers amid increasing trade rumors. With the July 31, 2025, Trade Deadline nearing, Sears remains a hot name among teams in need of reliable starting pitching. In a 2-1 loss to the […]

As this summer’s MLB trade deadline approaches, the Athletics have thrust themselves into the spotlight, not by pursuing outside help, but by dangling three of their own starting pitchers, right-hander Luis Severino and left-handers JP Sears and Jeffrey Springs. In a year when pitching depth is thin and teams are desperate for controllable arms, Oakland’s […]

While previous reports around a potential trade for Athletics pitcher Mason Miller dwindled due to the stance from the team, it appears it isn’t totally out of the question just yet. It remains to be seen if it’s possible for the Athletics to trade Miller, but if there were a favorite to obtain him, it […]

With the Athletics star pitcher Mason Miller in rumors ahead of the trade deadline, there has been more insight into the expectation of what his status will be for the foreseeable future. As the Athletics deal with rumors around other pitchers like star Luis Severino, Miller has been an interesting storyline to follow, with the […]

Despite hovering above .500, the 2025 San Francisco Giants have been hampered by a mediocre offense that consistently lags behind their elite pitching. As of mid-July, the Giants are scoring just 4.07 runs per game with a team slash line of .230/.309/.369. Their team OPS sits at .678 – well below the MLB average of […]

With the 2025 season’s second half officially kicking off Friday night, the Athletics were looking to improve their standing with a win over the Cleveland Guardians. Unfortunately, it looks like that will not happen in Cleveland, as the Athletics lost 8-6 despite a solid comeback effort. Despite the deficit, Athletics All-Star Brent Rooker accomplished another […]

Trevor Cahill, a former MLB All-Star and longtime journeyman pitcher, has officially called it a career. Cahill, 36, quietly stepped away from the game this week, announcing his retirement through an unexpected source — the “Hall of Pretty Good” account on X (formerly Twitter). According to the post, the news was shared directly via Instagram […]

Mason Miller made waves when he made his Major League Baseball debut in 2023. The 26-year-old has grown into one of the better closers in the league and is one of the bright spots of Mark Kotsay’s pitching staff. Unfortunately for him, the Athletics manager might be without his top reliever once the MLB trade […]

During the Home Run Derby, Athletics DH Brent Rooker was eliminated, much to the chagrin of the fans who looked on. Not only that, but he missed the mark by 0.08 feet. However, he redeemed himself with a home run in the top of the 7th inning. Thus, engineering an AL comeback after being down […]

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson shared a deeply personal moment on Monday night when he and his father, Jack Wilson, were both mic’d up during the third inning of the MLB All‑Star Game. That instant captured more than just a conversation; it celebrated the first father‑son duo ever to start at shortstop in an ASG. Back […]

Rookies playing in the All-Star Game is now a part of the norm. This season, three will represent their teams in the All-Star game, and one of them will be the starting shortstop for the American League. The Athletics’ Jacob Wilson is an old-school player who also happens to be one of the top hitters […]

Being invited to the Home Run Derby is a huge honor, as the players called to participate are viewed as those who can entertain the crowd with their feats of strength from the plate. Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker has been a consistent performer over the past three seasons and deserved his inclusion in the […]

The Athletics might not be in the playoff spotlight, but slugger Brent Rooker gave the franchise a surge of relevance during the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby. Representing the A’s, Rooker matched Cal Raleigh in first-round home runs at Truist Park in Atlanta—only to be eliminated by the narrowest margin in Derby history. The elimination […]

Athletics slugger Brent Rooker was on the historically wrong side of the closest first-round eliminations in Home Run Derby history, falling just 0.08 feet short of advancing to the semifinals at Truist Park. Rooker, the A’s power-hitting outfielder, launched 17 home runs in the first round of the MLB Home Run Derby at Truist Park […]

It’s been a bit of a rough season for the Athletics during their inaugural campaign in Sacramento. Their home for the next three years until they move into their new stadium in Las Vegas, it’s certainly been more down than up for the former Oakland Athletics. Nevertheless, numerous bright spots, including a pair of rookies […]

The Athletics are deep in a rebuilding year, but Thursday night’s dramatic win over the Atlanta Braves showed exactly why the future is bright for the club. At the center of it all was Tyler Soderstrom, who delivered the biggest moment of his MLB career with a walk-off single in the 11th inning that gave […]

The Home Run Derby participants are taking shape, and there was another player who recently accepted the invitation. “Brent Rooker announced on Instagram he’ll participate in the T-Mobile HRDerby! The Athletics slugger is on pace for his third straight 30+ HR season,” MLB wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Rooker is having another strong season, as […]

The Athletics have one starter representing the team at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. But now, his availability for that game might be in danger. Athletics rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson missed Wednesday’s game with a hand injury and may miss Tuesday’s All-Star Game. Manager Mark Kotsay spoke with Mark Anderson of The Associated Press about […]

Right fielder Lawrence Butler made history on Tuesday night, delivering a play that the Athletics hadn’t seen in over 80 years. Right from the first pitch, Butler crushed a ball off the right-center field wall at Sutter Health Park, sending it flying just out of reach of Atlanta Braves outfielders Stuart Fairchild and Eli White. […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Oakland Athletics are once again positioned as clear sellers. The optimism from an aggressive offseason and a promising start has faded, replaced by the harsh reality of a roster that simply isn’t ready to compete. With a record among the worst in baseball and playoff odds in […]

The planned relocation of the Athletics to Las Vegas and their vision for a new stadium have drawn major support. BTS member Suga and former MLB pitcher Chan-Ho Park have both invested in the Athletics. This high-profile partnership blends global pop culture with professional baseball. Moreover, by taking ownership stakes, they’re driving a push for […]

Aaron Judge didn’t just wake up the Yankees’ bats on Sunday—he reminded everyone exactly why he’s the face of the franchise and a perennial MVP threat. In a 12-5 rout of the Athletics at Yankee Stadium, Judge launched two home runs, giving him 30 on the season before the All-Star break. It’s the fourth time […]

Luis Severino’s time with the Athletics may be nearing its end just months after signing the most expensive free-agent contract in franchise history. The veteran right-hander has drawn the ire of the organization due to his continued criticism of the playing environment in Sacramento, where the team is based temporarily following its exit from Oakland. […]

Rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson has become one of the most compelling storylines of the Athletics season, delivering standout performances that have him firmly in the mix for the All-Star Game. As he continues his electric MLB rookie season in West Sacramento, the Oakland infielder recently shared personal reflections on his journey and the impact of […]

Since 2024, the Athletics have been playing in Sacramento before they move to Las Vegas for the 2028 MLB season. On Tuesday, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred provided an update on the construction of a new ballpark in Las Vegas. He tapped into the Athletics’ history in Oakland and expects the new stadium to usher in […]

The Athletics started the season really well. They were above .500 for a little bit, but they have since come back to reality. In May, the Athletics finished just 7-21, and they have started June 7-9. May is what ruined the Athletics’ season, but they have the talent to get better. However, with their losing […]

While the Athletics have improved slightly from the last few seasons, they still have an uphill battle in front of them if they want to rise up the standings and compete for a playoff spot. However, there is never a bad time to beat one of your biggest rivals. The A’s did just that on […]

The Athletics are starting to find their spark, and Nick Kurtz is quickly emerging as the heartbeat of this young, surging team. On Monday night, the rookie first baseman delivered the most electric moment of his budding career, crushing a no-doubt walk-off home run to deliver a dramatic 3–1 win over the AL West-leading Houston […]

Last season, the Athletics finished the season strong, led by Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler. Rooker earned a five-year, $60 million extension this offseason, and the team might have found the final piece to their outfield in standout rookie Denzel Clarke. The 25-year-old made one of the best catches in recent Major League Baseball history […]