The A's have claimed righty reliever Hunter Bigge off waivers from the Rays, designating Taylor Rashi for assignment to make room. Bigge brings velocity but has struggled with control, posting a 6.98 ERA this season. ⚾️
Oakland Athletics News
The Athletics, currently 59-88 and sitting 4th in the AL West, are coming off a win against the Blue Jays. Max Muncy has been a standout performer over the past week, boasting a .471 average and 1.324 OPS, while Henry Bolte also contributed with a solid 1.042 OPS. As they prepare to face the Mariners, the team looks forward to the potential return of Shea Langeliers, who is progressing well in his rehab assignment and could soon bolster the lineup as a designated hitter. ⚕️💣
Shea Langeliers is making strides in his recovery, starting a rehab assignment after a torn meniscus. The A's plan to ease him back as a DH or pinch-hitter, eyeing a return in the upcoming road trip. His bat could be a late-season boost. 🦾
Langeliers (torn meniscus) begins rehab assignment with return in sight
mlb.comShea Langeliers returns to action for the A's, launching a rehab stint with Triple-A Las Vegas after knee surgery. He impressed with a 2-3 performance. The A's aim to have him back in MLB action soon, focusing on DH duties to ease his recovery.
Athletics Notes: Langeliers, Arnold
mlbtraderumors.comAthletics catcher Shea Langeliers is on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas, marking progress in his comeback. He hit a double in his second at-bat, showing promising signs for his return to the roster.
2026 Injury Report: Updates on Ashcraft, Chisholm Jr., Ohtani
yardbarker.comAthletics' top prospect Leo De Vries suffers major setback, set for surgery on his throwing shoulder, sidelining him for eight months. The 19-year-old infielder's injury is a blow to the team's future plans as they look beyond this season.
Athletics Hit With Massive 8-Month Setback as 19-Year-Old Prospect Set to Undergo Surgery After Major Injury
yardbarker.comWith Leo De Vries sidelined until mid-May 2027, the A's infield mix sees Zack Gelof, Jacob Wilson, and Joshua Kuroda-Grauer stepping up. Jeff McNeil's potential return as a veteran bench piece is uncertain, while Donovan Walton and Alika Williams offer intriguing options.
2027 Infield Landscape Ever Changing
athleticsnation.comFanarchy Field Notes • Henry Bolte's solo homer in the 3rd put the Athletics up 1-0, marking his 10th of the season. The kid's showing he belongs! 💪 • Brady Basso delivered a solid start, tossing 4.0 scoreless innings with 4 strikeouts, setting the tone for a stellar pitching performance. • Scott Blewett kept the Blue Jays at bay, throwing 2.0 scoreless innings in relief and striking out 1, helping maintain the shutout. • Tommy White contributed with a run and solid defense, while every...
Rookie Henry Bolte powered the Athletics to a 2-0 win over the Blue Jays with his solo homer. Five pitchers combined for a shutout, with Scott Blewett escaping jams and Elvis Alvarado securing his sixth save. The A's have now won six of their last eight games.
Henry Bolte homers as Athletics blank Blue Jays
yardbarker.comDouble digits. Henry Bolte’s 10th clears left center and the A’s take the lead.
Double digits. Henry Bolte’s 10th clears left center and the A’s take the lead.
Top A's prospect Leo De Vries will undergo shoulder surgery, sidelining him for up to eight months. Meanwhile, LHP Jamie Arnold, hit by a comebacker, has facial fractures but avoids surgery. Both setbacks impact Oakland's farm system significantly.
A's top prospect De Vries needs shoulder surgery; LHP Arnold has facial fractures
mlb.comWith the season winding down, the A's aim to avoid 100 losses. Catcher Shea Langeliers is set for a rehab stint, eyeing a return as DH next week. The offseason lockout could shake up free agency, urging the A's to quickly appoint a new GM for a 2027 revival.
Elephant Rumblings: A’s Season Nearing Completion
athleticsnation.comOakland's Donovan Walton homered in a 4-2 loss to Toronto, marking the A's second defeat in seven games. All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers is set to start a rehab stint, aiming to rejoin the team next week.
Jays' Kazuma Okamoto strives to continue homer surge vs. A's
yardbarker.comThe Athletics, currently 58-88 and coming off a loss, are looking to rebound against the Toronto Blue Jays. Despite recent setbacks, including injuries to key prospects Jamie Arnold and Leo De Vries, the offense has shown flashes of potential with Henry Bolte leading the charge, posting a .400 average and 1.345 OPS over the last week. As the team navigates roster changes, including the release of José Suarez, they aim to leverage their young talent in the upcoming matchup. ⚙️🚑🎉
Fanarchy Field Notes • Jack Perkins struggled, giving up 4 earned runs over 5.0 innings, leaving the team in a tough spot early on against the Blue Jays. • Josh Smith and Kazuma Okamoto both homered in the second inning, putting Toronto up 2-0 and setting the tone for the night. 🔥 • Carlos Cortes finally put the A's on the board with a solo homer in the 4th, but the team couldn't build momentum off it. • Toronto Blue Jays starter José Soriano worked 7 innings, allowing 2 earned runs with 3...
Back-to-back homers powered the Blue Jays to a 4-2 victory over the Athletics, despite home runs from Carlos Cortes and Donovan Walton. Jack Perkins struggled, allowing four runs over five innings. The A's recent winning streak hits a snag.
Early back-to-back homers power Blue Jays to victory over Athletics
yardbarker.comThe A's have released left-hander José Suarez after designating him for assignment last week. Acquired from Seattle in May, Suarez struggled with a 5.35 ERA and a hip injury, leading to his departure.
A's Release José Suarez
mlbtraderumors.comA's No. 3 prospect, LHP Jamie Arnold, suffered a facial injury from a comebacker in the first inning while pitching for Triple-A Las Vegas. Arnold, who owns a 3.42 ERA this season, was hospitalized. RHP Hayden Juenger took over after his exit.
Jamie Arnold injury update: A’s No. 3 prospect taken to hospital after being hit in face by comebacker
yardbarker.comTop infield prospect Leo De Vries will undergo shoulder surgery, sidelining him for up to eight months. This setback likely means De Vries will start next season on the injured list, stalling his promising rise in the A's system. ⏳
Leo De Vries To Undergo Shoulder Surgery
mlbtraderumors.comShea Langeliers, recovering from knee surgery, is set to rejoin the A's this season as a designated hitter. After running bases successfully, he starts a rehab assignment Thursday, with a potential return during the upcoming road trip. His resilience impresses the team.