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Padres gets encouraging Jackson Merrill update after injury scare vs. Dodgers

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The San Diego Padres are set to take on the Athletics for a three-game series at Petco Park. The Friars are fresh off a series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers after winning Game 1 of the series, and dropping the final two. In the series finale, Padres centerfielder Jackson Merrill injured his back/ribs on […] The post Padres gets encouraging Jackson Merrill update after injury scare vs. Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: The Sinker Revival and What It Means for Your Pitching Roster

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The four-seam fastball had its time in the sun. But another familiar pitch has been stepping up to steal its thunder. Pitchers never officially retired the sinker, but they did move away from the pitch around a decade ago as hitting mechanics changed. Now, stars like Nolan McLean, Cristopher ...

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Angels fans take hatred of owner Arte Moreno to new level with NSFW chant in ‘tarps off’ moment

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During Thursday night’s game against the Ahletics, the Angels fan base took the latest MLB trend “Tarps off,” to a new level. Fans gathered into the nosebleeds section along the foul line in right field, to chant “Sell the team,” voicing their frustrations over the current state of the Angels. The Angels fan base has...

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Nick Kurtz closing in on Mark McGwire in Athletics history with lengthy on-base streak

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The Athletics continued their recent run of comeback victories on Thursday, rallying past the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 in 10 innings at Angel Stadium while rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz moved closer to franchise history with another game reaching base. Kurtz finished with an RBI single in the sixth inning and extended his on-base streak […] The post Nick Kurtz closing in on Mark McGwire in Athletics history with lengthy on-base streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Going to WAR: An In-Season Assessment Tool to Replicate ADP ?

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Back when we were all drafting our teams in the cold winter — oh how we remember those days fondly — we held on to ADP like a compass in foreign territory. It would guide us and lead us to the promised land. But now, at the end of May — Fernando Tatis has no homeruns, Jordan Walker is an MVP ...

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NRFI Bets Today: Best First Inning Picks and Predictions for Thursday, May 21

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Atlanta Braves hurler Spencer Strider has given up just one run in his last two starts as he works his way back to pre-injury form. Ride his right arm in these NRFI bets Thursday.

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A’s JT Ginn lost his no-hitter in the most heartbreaking fashion

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The Los Angeles Angels’ offense was MIA on Monday against the Athletics right up until it mattered most. A’s starting pitcher JT Ginn was having the game of his life through eight innings on the road at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. He carried a no-hitter into the ninth inning on just 95 pitches, leaving … The post A’s JT Ginn lost his no-hitter in the most heartbreaking fashion appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ex-Yankees fan favorite announces his retirement from MLB

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A former fan favorite for the New York Yankees is ready to go exploring. Veteran infielder Gio Urshela announced in a post to his Instagram page on Monday that he is retiring from Major League Baseball. Urshela noted that “today is the day to close this chapter as a professional player” and issued some heartfelt … The post Ex-Yankees fan favorite announces his retirement from MLB appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Giants’ Tony Vitello Drops Major Quote After Series Win Over Athletics

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The San Francisco Giants came into the 2026 season with genuine expectations. A lineup built around Luis Arraez, Willy Adames, Rafael Devers, and Matt Chapman looked like one of the stronger lineups in the National League on paper. The addition of Harrison Bader gave the outfield another dimension.Then the season started and the offense went quiet. […] The post Giants’ Tony Vitello Drops Major Quote After Series Win Over Athletics appeared first on HEAVY.

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Texas Rangers Get Important Update After Corey Seager’s Latest Injury

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The Texas Rangers are fighting with the Oakland Athletics for the top spot in the AL West. The Rangers are in a tight situation with the Seattle Mariners trailing. A huge part of their success has come from Corey Seager, but the All-Star’s latest injury does not bring good news for fans. Seager was not …

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White Sox trade pitcher to Athletics for outfielder

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On Saturday, the Chicago White Sox acquired minor-league outfielder Junior Perez from the Athletics in exchange for minor-league left-hander Jackson Nove. Perez, 24, was designated for assignment by the A’s on Thursday after hitting .210/.273/.384 over 36 games at Triple-A Las Vegas this season. His 2026 production included 5 doubles, 2 triples, 5 home runs, […] The post White Sox trade pitcher to Athletics for outfielder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Athletics, Pirates make intriguing trade on Saturday

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The Athletics and Pirates completed a depth-focused trade Saturday, with the A’s acquiring infielder Alika Williams from Pittsburgh in exchange for minor league right-hander Kyle Robinson. The move came days after the Athletics placed All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson on the injured list, leaving Darell Hernaiz as the team’s only natural shortstop on the major league […] The post Athletics, Pirates make intriguing trade on Saturday appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Athletics’ Nick Kurtz drops ‘rollercoaster’ confession after crushing another home run vs. Giants

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The Athletics earned a big 5-2 win over the San Francisco Giants on Friday, giving the club its 23rd win of the season and keeping them in first place in the AL West. Nick Kurtz hit another home run during the contest, making it his third in three games. However, after the victory, the second-year […] The post Athletics’ Nick Kurtz drops ‘rollercoaster’ confession after crushing another home run vs. Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels sign veteran catcher to minor league deal

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The Los Angeles Angels added catching depth on Friday by signing veteran backstop Austin Wynns to a minor league contract after he became a free agent earlier this week, according to MLBTR. The 35-year-old opened the 2026 season with the Athletics before being designated for assignment on May 7 following Shea Langeliers’ return from the […] The post Angels sign veteran catcher to minor league deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Poll: Best MLB Interleague Rivalry

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[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] It’s “Rivalry Weekend” in Major League Baseball, and the schedule features as many interleague series ...

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A’s Broadcaster Points Out ‘Egregious’ Move By Cardinals’ Rookie Second Baseman JJ Wetherholt

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Egregious is not a word you often hear on a Major League Baseball broadcast. However, if you were tuned into the NBC Sports California broadcast of the Sacramento A’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, you did. That’s because A’s broadcaster Dallas Braden had a real problem with something Cardinals’ rookie second baseman […] The post A’s Broadcaster Points Out ‘Egregious’ Move By Cardinals’ Rookie Second Baseman JJ Wetherholt appeared first on BroBible.

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Orioles acquire pitcher in trade with Athletics

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The Baltimore Orioles and Athletics agreed to a trade on Friday. The Athletics announced that right-handed pitcher Eduarniel Nunez was traded to Baltimore for cash considerations. According to Roch Kubatko, right-handed pitcher Christian Roa was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. The Orioles’ trade comes after it was revealed that infielder Jordan Westburg will […] The post Orioles acquire pitcher in trade with Athletics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Inside Braves’ Anthony Rizzo pursuit before Matt Olson trade

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The Atlanta Braves acquired Matt Olson via trade with the Athletics in 2022, sending away several key prospects, including Shea Langeliers, in exchange for the 32-year-old first baseman. However, things could have gone much differently several years ago, as new reports reveal Atlanta initially pursued now-retired Anthony Rizzo first. When Freddie Freeman decided to leave […] The post Inside Braves’ Anthony Rizzo pursuit before Matt Olson trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dallas Braden calls out ‘egregious’ move by on-deck batter JJ Wetherholt

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A bizarre situation played out in the top of the ninth inning between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Athletics on Thursday afternoon at Sutter Health Park, and A’s broadcaster Dallas Braden couldn’t believe what he was seeing. JJ Wetherholt — a highly regarded prospect who’s having a terrific rookie season — was on deck…

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Top 5 MLB Home Run Prop Bets: Exclusive Picks For May 15, 2026

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From rising sluggers to proven mashers, these MLB home run prop bets for May 15, 2026 could deliver big-time value tonight.

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