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After being cleared for a hitting progression and fielding grounders, Nick Kurtz is on track for a potential activation this weekend, though the timeline is considered optimistic by his manager.
During a July 22, 2026, matchup in Phoenix, the Oakland Athletics made a notable mid‑game change, with manager Mark Kotsay pulling starter Gage Jump and second baseman Donovan Walton stepping onto the mound to discuss the situation.
Injuries to key hitters and a thin rotation have forced the Oakland Athletics to weigh trade options while hovering near a wild‑card spot.
Sandy Alcantara delivered a masterful outing, while Otto Lopez’s bat sparked a rally that carried the Marlins past the Athletics. The win extends Miami’s recent surge and sets the stage for a weekend showdown.
Sandy Alcantara delivers another dominant start, while Otto Lopez's three‑hit, three‑RBI night and additional homers from Joe Mack and Kyle Stowers power Miami to a 7‑2 victory over the Athletics.
Recent games have seen closers jostle for roles, hitters deliver historic performances, and fantasy analysts suggest streaming pitchers for upcoming matchups.
The latest list of nominees for the 44th annual Cal-Hi Sports All-State Baseball Teams highlights standout hitters and pitchers from the CIF L.A. City, San Diego and Southern Sections, with selections to be made across multiple divisions.
The Oakland Athletics erased a seven‑run deficit, the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied in the ninth, and several standout individual performances defined a dramatic slate of games.
Elvis Alvarado and Yoandrys Gomez are staking claims as the most reliable closers, but the White Sox, Royals, Mariners and Orioles face lingering questions about their ninth‑inning options.
Elvis Alvarado and Yoendrys Gomez are emerging as the primary closers for their teams, while several other clubs grapple with uncertainty in their late‑inning roles.
The 2026 fantasy baseball season has turned into a bullpen scramble, with managers constantly scouting relievers who suddenly start racking up saves.
The 23-year-old right-hander, drafted by the New York Mets and traded to Oakland, is poised to make his major-league debut against the Chicago Cubs.
Kyle Larson’s recent swing through San Francisco and Sacramento ahead of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 offered fans a glimpse of his off‑track adventures, from a first‑pitch ceremony with the Sacramento Athletics to a jersey swap with Cal football stars and a WNBA game.