A’s Opening Day in Sacramento brings fans, but shine wears off quickly
On the field, the A's were embarrassed by the Chicago Cubs 18-3 as Carson Kelly hit for the cycle.
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Tue, Apr 22
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MLB Power Rankings: Cincinnati, Cleveland on the climb; What a difference a year makes
In this week's Rankings, we take a look at where each team ranked exactly one year ago and what that might tell us about where they are now.
Mon, Apr 21
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A’s set to promote top prospect Nick Kurtz, the No. 4 draft pick last year: Source
The first baseman will be the third player from last year’s draft to debut in the major leagues.
Wed, Apr 16
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What are the top 10 front offices in MLB in 2025? Here’s how 40 executives voted
For the second year in a row, The Athletic canvassed 40 executives across baseball to build our front office rankings.
Players:
Tue, Apr 15
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2025 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Ethan Holliday, Liam Doyle leading the way
Holliday leads a class that is light at the top but heavy with solid prospects well into the second and third rounds.
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MLB Power Rankings: Padres, Mets move on up and we have a new cellar dweller
Now that we're a few weeks in and things are starting to take shape, we look at what might actually be a problem for each team going forward.
Sat, Apr 12
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A’s vs. Mets interrupted when medical cart breaks down on the field in Sacramento
Mets broadcasters Gary Cohen and Ron Darling poked fun at the situation, saying, "This is something out of 'Keystone Cops.
Fri, Apr 11
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Seven former Day 1 MLB draft picks showing signs of breakthroughs early this season
These seven former first- and second-round picks have made early statements that show they might be taking big steps forward this season.
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Major League Baseball in minor-league parks … it’s looking a little different
Plus notes on the Angels, the Brewers' trade for Quinn Priester, White Sox right-hander Shane Smith and more.
