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Matthew Kalinowski

Matthew Kalinowski

Joined: Jul 2, 2024

Apr 14, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; An Oakland Athletics baseball cap is seen in the dugout before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Washington Nationals at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports
Prospects

Gunnar Hoglund, Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang Promoted

Gunnar Hoglund and Chen Zhong-Ao Zhuang have been the A's best pitchers in the minor leagues this season.

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Jul 9, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Oakland Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler (4) rounds the bases after hitting a three run home run against the Boston Red Sox in the sixth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
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Lawrence Butler Should Win AL Player of the Month

Lawrence Butler has arguably been the best player in the league since the start of July, let alone the American League.

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May 8, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics starter Paul Blackburn (58) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Seattle Mariners at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports
News

Bay Area Native, Paul Blackburn, Traded to the New York Mets

The New York Mets added a solid right-hander in a deal with the Oakland A's on Tuesday

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Apr 28, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lucas Erceg (70) reacts to a strikeout to end the game during the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-USA TODAY Sports
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Oakland A's Receive Royals No. 4 and No. 18 Prospects in Lucas Erceg Trade

The Oakland A's traded away Lucas Erceg at the Trade Deadline, receiving three interesting prospects from the Kansas City Royals.

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Jun 19, 2023; Omaha, NE, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons first baseman Nick Kurtz (8) celebrates after defeating the LSU Tigers at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
Prospects

Oakland A's Sign 2024 First Round Pick Nick Kurtz

The Oakland A's have signed their 2024 first round pick, Nick Kurtz.

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Jul 19, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Max Schuemann (12) is congratulated by third baseman Brett Harris (77) and first baseman Seth Brown (15) after hitting a three-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the fourth inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
News

Reinforcements Are On The Way For The Oakland A's

The A's have been, if not are, the hottest team in baseball since the start of July.

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Jul 9, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics draft pick Jacob Wilson shakes hands with Rob Manfred during the first round of the MLB Draft at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports
Prospects

Oakland A's Calling Up Number One Prospect

The Oakland Athletics are calling up their No. 1 prospect, Jacob Wilson, to start the second half of the season.

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Jul 14, 2024; Ft. Worth, TX, USA; The Oakland Athletics draft Nick Kurtz as the fourth pick during the first round of the MLB Draft at Cowtown Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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2024 MLB Draft: Oakland Athletics Day 2 Fits

The Oakland Athletics had an impressive day one of the 2024 MLB Draft. How will they follow it up on day two?

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Jun 17, 2023; Omaha, NE, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons first baseman Nick Kurtz (8) celebrates after retiring Stanford Cardinal third baseman Tommy Troy (not pictured) to end the game at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
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MLB Insiders Opinions On Who The A's Draft On Sunday

As the 2024 MLB Draft nears, MLB insiders from different outlets do not share the same opinion on who the A's might select on Sunday.

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Jun 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of an Oakland Athletics hat and glove on the field against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Prospects

Three A's Prospects Knocking On Triple-A's Door

The group of prospects assembled for the Oakland A's in Midland has been performing all year long. Here are three that look to be about ready for the next step

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Jul 9, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics draft pick Jacob Wilson shakes hands with Rob Manfred during the first round of the MLB Draft at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports
Draft

What Do The A's Need to Add to Their System?

The Oakland Athletics are in a unique spot with the fourth overall pick in this years draft.

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Feb 23, 2023; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics infielder Logan Davidson (49) poses for a portrait during spring training photo day at HoHoKam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-USA TODAY Sports
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Former A's First Round Pick May Be Hitting His Way To The Show

The Oakland A's selected switch-hitting infielder Logan Davidson with the 29th pick in the 1st round of the 2019 MLB Draft.

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