As the offseason heats up, the Athletics continue their long-term rebuild, striking a balance between a young, promising core and the need for select veteran additions. The Athletics are unlikely to chase mega-contracts, but strategic signings in free agency could provide production, leadership, and stability without compromising payroll flexibility. Among the top targets from … [Read more...] about The A’s Offseason: Who They Could Add in Free Agency
The Short, Happy Baseball Life of Charlie “Victory” Faust
Charlie Faust demonstrated that a Kansas farmer could help a baseball team, specifically the New York Giants, win a pennant. Baseball fans long forgot Faust’s story until it was recounted by former Giants center fielder Fred Snodgrass to author Lawrence Ritter for his classic 1966 book, The Glory of Their Times, about baseball in the early 1900s. Contemporary accounts, however, … [Read more...] about The Short, Happy Baseball Life of Charlie “Victory” Faust
Jeff Kent Elected to Hall of Fame in Contemporary Era Vote
The Contemporary Era Baseball Players Committee announced its voting results on Sunday, resulting in one new Hall of Famer for the class of 2026. Jeff Kent was the only player on the ballot to cross the 75% threshold for induction, meaning he will enter the Baseball Hall of Fame next summer. Several other notable names were on the ballot, including Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, … [Read more...] about Jeff Kent Elected to Hall of Fame in Contemporary Era Vote
Three Realistic Landing Spots for Kyle Tucker
Kyle Tucker, hitting the open market after a strong season with the Chicago Cubs, instantly becomes one of the most valuable players available. A left-handed, middle-of-the-order star with Gold Glove defense in right field simply does not reach free agency often. Now, after proving he can thrive outside Houston, Tucker is positioned for a massive long-term deal — and several … [Read more...] about Three Realistic Landing Spots for Kyle Tucker
Athletics’ Home Run Problems Big Component of 2-20 Skid
With ballpark dimensions of 403 feet to center field, 325 feet to right, and 330 to left in the heat of Sacramento, baseballs will fly in Sutter Health Park. Unfortunately for the Athletics, their offensive power can’t keep up with the amount of home runs allowed by the pitching staff. The A’s offense has hit 23 home runs since May 14th, while the pitching staff has allowed 50 … [Read more...] about Athletics’ Home Run Problems Big Component of 2-20 Skid