Oakland Athletics news, rumors and injuries

Athletics | Josh Reddick activated

Tue, 22 Jul 2014 12:42:28 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Josh Reddick (knee) was officially activated from the disabled list Tuesday, July 22, as expected.

Fantasy Tip: Don't be afraid to give Reddick a few games before returning him to your fantasy lineup.

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Athletics | Josh Reddick expected back Tuesday

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 18:05:01 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Josh Reddick (knee) is expected to come off the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, July 22, manager Bob Melvin indicated Monday, July 21.

Fantasy Tip: The team has already made a corresponding move to clear a roster spot, so Reddick will return barring any last-minute setback. Fantasy owners will want to see him prove his health in one full game before plugging him back into the active lineup.

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Athletics | Andy Parrino optioned out

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 18:04:39 -0700

The Oakland Athletics optioned 2B Andy Parrino to Triple-A Sacramento Monday, July 21.

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Athletics | Tommy Milone looking for trade

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 14:54:38 -0700

Oakland Athletics SP Tommy Milone has asked the team for a trade, according to sources.

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Athletics | Interested in Nick Franklin

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 11:13:04 -0700

Seattle Mariners INF Nick Franklin appears to be one of the Oakland Athletics' top targets in the trade market as they look to add a second baseman.

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Athletics | Sunday lineup notes

Sun, 20 Jul 2014 11:35:55 -0700

Oakland Athletics C John Jaso will be behind the plate against the Baltimore Orioles Sunday, July 20, with C/OF Stephen Vogt playing first base. OF Yoenis Cespedes will serve as the designated hitter.

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Athletics | Yoenis Cespedes snaps skid

Sat, 19 Jul 2014 05:11:10 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Yoenis Cespedes snapped an 0-for-19 streak with two singles Friday, July 18. It was the longest hitless streak of his career.

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Athletics | Josh Donaldson walks it off

Fri, 18 Jul 2014 22:50:44 -0700

Oakland Athletics 3B Josh Donaldson clubbed a game-winning three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday, July 18, against the Baltimore Orioles. Ht was his fifth career game-ending hit and third career game-ending homer.

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Athletics | Coco Crisp back in action

Fri, 18 Jul 2014 18:15:37 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Coco Crisp (neck) returned to the starting lineup Friday, July 18, against the Baltimore Orioles. Manager Bob Melvin said Crisp is "a little better," but he will still be monitored and might have some more days off sprinkled in.

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Athletics | Josh Reddick to continue rehab assignment

Fri, 18 Jul 2014 16:01:20 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Josh Reddick (knee) will continue to play in rehab games through at least Sunday, July 20, according to manager Bob Melvin.

Fantasy Tip: Reddick is working his way back to the starting lineup but is not ready yet. It appears like he could be activated at some point next week, and owners can consider putting him back in their lineups when he returns.

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Athletics | Jeff Samardzija won't pitch

Tue, 15 Jul 2014 15:34:01 -0700

Oakland Athletics SP Jeff Samardzija said he will not pitch in the All-Star game.

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Athletics | May trade Jim Johnson

Tue, 15 Jul 2014 00:33:21 -0700

When Oakland Athletics SP Drew Pomeranz returns from the disabled list, RP Jim Johnson may be traded. Johnson was nearly dealt to the Miami Marlins recently and the club has indicated it might eat most of his remaining $4.2 million salary.

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Athletics | Yoenis Cespedes wins HR Derby

Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:06:01 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Yoenis Cespedes took down Cincinnati Reds 3B Todd Frazier in the final round of the 2014 MLB Home Run Derby at Target Field to become just the second-ever back-to-back champ (Ken Griffey Jr. 1998-99).

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Athletics | Josh Reddick to start rehab assignment

Sun, 13 Jul 2014 20:31:23 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Josh Reddick (knee) is scheduled to start a rehab assignment with Single-A Stockton Monday, July 14. The team does not have a timetable for his return.

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Athletics | Coco Crisp misses another game

Sun, 13 Jul 2014 20:30:48 -0700

Oakland Athletics OF Coco Crisp (neck) was not in the starting lineup Sunday, July 13, for the fourth straight game because of a sore neck. Manager Bob Melvin said Crisp is improving each day but there is no timetable for his return.

Comment () | Share: | Source: MLB.com - Adam Lewis