Brent Rooker, Athletics slugger, announced on Instagram Thursday that he’ll compete in the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby. This year’s contest and All-Star game will take place at Truist Park, Home of the Atlanta Braves. The 30-year-old, a two-time All-Star, strengthens an electrifying eight-player field for the MLB All-Star Week event, airing live on ESPN at 8 p.m. ET on July … [Read more...] about Athletics Slugger Joins Star-Studded 2025 Home Run Derby Field
Rays Should Bring Back One of Their Former Pitchers at Trade Deadline
The Athletics are not having a good season based on the preseason expectations. While they weren’t poised to hoist the Commissioner’s Trophy, more was expected from a group that posted an encouraging finish last season. Unfortunately, the poor results are leading the front office to listen to various trade proposals ahead of the deadline. According to Ken Rosenthal of The … [Read more...] about Rays Should Bring Back One of Their Former Pitchers at Trade Deadline
Miguel Andujar to the Reds: Full Trade Breakdown
For their third and final trade of this year’s trade deadline, the Cincinnati Reds have acquired LF/3B/DH Miguel Andujar from the Athletics. They are sending RHP Kenya Huggins to the Athletics in return. Jul 30, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics third baseman Miguel Andujar (22) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Seattle Mariners during … [Read more...] about Miguel Andujar to the Reds: Full Trade Breakdown
MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
The 2025 MLB trade deadline exploded with blockbuster trades and last-minute deals, closing at 6 p.m. ET on July 31. Consequently, fans and insiders buzzed with excitement. Ken Rosenthal called it “a wild, wild day,” highlighting the fast-paced transactions reshaping rosters. Similarly, Jeff Passan noted “a deadline defined by surprises,” emphasizing the unexpected high-profile … [Read more...] about MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
Five Potential First-Time MLB All-Stars in 2026
Every MLB season brings surprises — breakout stars, late bloomers, and young players who finally put all the pieces together. While established names usually dominate All-Star voting, each year a handful of players force themselves into the national spotlight through performance alone. Looking ahead to the 2026 season, several emerging talents appear poised to make that leap. … [Read more...] about Five Potential First-Time MLB All-Stars in 2026