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A’s, Jack Winkler Agree To Minor League Deal

The Athletics are in agreement with utility player Jack Winkler on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction tracker. He has been assigned to Triple-A Las Vegas. Winkler backfills the upper minors infield depth which has been tested by a few injuries. Jacob Wilson and Zack Gelof have landed on the injured […]

Game #86: Dodgers at Athletics Game Thread

Last night, the A’s kicked off this homestand with their third-straight loss, proving no match for the superstar-laden Dodgers, who hit three home runs on their way to a 9-4 victory. The Dodgers continue to be a juggernaut as their 55-30 record is the best in MLB. The final two games of this series will […]

Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani News During Athletics Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently taking on the Athletics this week. On Monday, the Dodgers defeated the Athletics (in West Sacramento). Justin Wrobleski is slated to start on Tuesday evening, and Shohei Ohtani was supposed to start on Wednesday. However, the Dodgers have announced that Shohei will not start in his regular slot in […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani News During Athletics Series appeared first on HEAVY .

Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Surprising Roster Decision Before Athletics Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced their latest roster moves ahead of their matchup against the Athletics. As reported by the franchise via X, they have recalled right-hander Wyatt Mills and designated Jonathan Hernández for assignment. The Dodgers recalled RHP Wyatt Mills and designated RHP Jonathan Hernández for assignment. — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) June […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Surprising Roster Decision Before Athletics Game appeared first on HEAVY .

Elephant Rumblings: Can The A’s Snap The Skid Tonight?

Morning all and welcome to Tuesday! The club got their teeth knocked in last night in the series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They lost 9-4 in what was probably the worst start to date from rookie Gage Jump. These things happen and Jump was always bound to have a bad start sooner or […]

Dodgers win battle of namesakes in blowout fashion

Out-homering their opponents three-to-one, the Dodgers beat the A’s 9-4 and are now 1-0 all-time in games at Sutter Health Park. Already on their first visit to the A’s temporary home, the Dodgers gave their fans a taste of this park’s propensity for an elevated number of runs by thoroughly dismantling Gage Jump and the […]

A’s Dr0p Series Opener To Dodgers 9-4

They’re the reigning champions for a reason. The Athletics dropped their first game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night, losing 9-4 in Sacramento against the team with the best record in the sport. The team is now on a three-game losing streak and will wrap June with a losing record. A tough one […]

Game #85: Dodgers at Athletics Game Thread

The A’s are back home and set to take on the reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers this evening for the first of three contests. The Dodgers continue to be a juggernaut in the National League as their 54-30 record is tops in the entire sport. It’s going to be a tough challenge for the Green […]

A’s roster moves: Massive Shakeup

The Athletics have not played well over this past week or two, most recently dropping three-game series against the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Angels. This extended downturn, which has led to them falling from first to fourth place in their division, could partially be attributed to the team playing shorthanded. Several A’s position […]

Athletics Place Tyler Soderstrom, Jacob Wilson On IL

The Athletics announced a big batch of roster moves today. Shortstop Jacob Wilson and outfielder Tyler Soderstrom have both been placed on the 10-day injured list. Wilson’s transaction is retroactive to June 26th and due to right thumb inflammation. Soderstrom’s is retroactive to June 28th and due to a left hip impingement. Additionally, left-hander José […]

Battle of two premier left-handed sluggers in West Sacramento

The Dodgers’ first visit to West Sacramento puts forward the battle between one of the greatest left-handed sluggers in baseball and Shohei Ohtani. Obviously, we’re kidding, but the numbers that Nick Kurtz is currently putting up are no joke, nearly single-handedly carrying the Athletics’ offense into a fight for the AL West, whose current leader […]

Gage Jump Has Wasted No Time Proving His Worth

Gage Jump wasted no time making it to the big leagues. After being drafted in the second round of the 2024 MLB draft, Jump was recalled earlier in the season by the Athletics with just one full professional season under his belt. Jump, Just Baseball’s No. 30 overall prospect, has not only lived up to […] The post Gage Jump Has Wasted No Time Proving His Worth appeared first on Just Baseball .

Looking Back at the Mason Miller Trade – And Wincing

When the Athletics traded their star closer Mason Miller last July, they knew they were doing so purely for the future. That future is not yet here, and nor is it close. But the present is making for some uncomfortable viewing. The San Diego Padres had landed one of the sport’s most electric pitchers, a […] The post Looking Back at the Mason Miller Trade – And Wincing appeared first on HEAVY .

Kirby Yates Converts 100th Career Save in Win Over Athletics

Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates reached an impressive milestone in his successful career Saturday, recording his 100th career save. Yates came in for the ninth inning in a three-run game against the Athletics Saturday, and recorded a quick three outs on nine pitches to shut the door and improve the Angels’ record to 35-49. […] The post Kirby Yates Converts 100th Career Save in Win Over Athletics appeared first on LA Sports Report.

Dodgers on Deck: Monday, June 29 at A’s

The Dodgers for the first time in their history will play a baseball game that counts in West Sacramento, facing the nomad Athletics for a three-game series beginning Monday night at Sutter Health Park. It’s a battle of southpaws to start on Monday, with Eric Lauer for the Dodgers and Gage Jump for the A’s. […]

Dodgers Get Major Teoscar Hernandez News Before Athletics Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have spent the better part of this road trip doing what they do best. Saturday night’s 15-3 demolition of the San Diego Padres was the latest statement, a nine-run sixth inning that turned a tight game into a runaway. At 53-30 with the best record in baseball, the machine keeps rolling.Teoscar […] The post Dodgers Get Major Teoscar Hernandez News Before Athletics Series appeared first on HEAVY .

Angels Strike Late to Defeat the Athletics

The Athletics took on the Los Angeles Angels, looking to win their third straight game and wrap up this interdivisional series victory with a game to spare. Much like the last time these two pitchers squared off, the Angels scored multiple late runs to break a tie game and earn a 5-2 victory. The A’s […]

Game #83: A’s at Angels Game Thread

Last night, the Athletics got off to a winning start in their three-game weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels, riding a seven-run fifth inning to a 9-3 victory. Tonight, the “Green and Gold” look to clinch the series, while extending their winning streak to three games with a second straight win over their division […]

Blue Jays acquires catcher from Athletics in intriguing move

The Toronto Blue Jays realtered their roster before facing the Texas Rangers Sunday. And not just limited to promoting Sean Keys either. Toronto landed a catcher via the Athletics. The American League franchise officially loses Owen Carapellotti, with Toronto revealing the move Saturday evening. The A’s receive a new addition in exchange. “The Athletics have […] The post Blue Jays acquires catcher from Athletics in intriguing move appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Athletics Acquire Hayden Juenger, Designate Brett Harris For Assignment

The A’s have struck a deal with the Blue Jays for right-hander Hayden Juenger, both teams announced. Catcher Owen Carapellotti is heading back to Toronto. Juenger was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays earlier this week when righty Shane Bieber returned. The Athletics DFAed infielder Brett Harris to clear a 40-man spot for Juenger. […]

TRADE: MLB World Reacts To Toronto Blue Jays Announcing Deal With Athletics

On Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays continued their series with the Texas Rangers (in Candada).They lost by a score of 7-4.Blue Jays Announce Trade With AthleticsAfter Saturday’s game, the Blue Jays announced that they had made a trade with the Athletics.They wrote: “OFFICIAL: We’ve acquired C Owen Carapellotti from the Athletics in exchange for RHP […] The post TRADE: MLB World Reacts To Toronto Blue Jays Announcing Deal With Athletics appeared first on HEAVY .