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Athletics Extend Long-Term Deal to Rookie Star Nick Kurtz

The Oakland Athletics lock up their young core, offering a lucrative contract to last year's AL Rookie of the Year.

Athletics Star Nick Kurtz Open to Contract Extension

Kurtz says he is "definitely open and interested" in signing long-term deal with Oakland

MLB Broadcaster Glen Kuiper Returns to Airwaves After Racial Slur Incident

Kuiper will call Giants spring training games and fill in for 10-15 regular season broadcasts.

Athletics Offer Superstar Rookie Nick Kurtz Long-Term Contract Extension

The A's have made a contract extension offer to their 2025 AL Rookie of the Year, according to MLB insider Joel Sherman.

Athletics' Nick Kurtz Ranked Higher Than Freddie Freeman, Bryce Harper in 2026 ESPN First Baseman Rankings

The 22-year-old Kurtz is already one of the top first basemen in MLB after a breakout rookie season.

Athletics' Nick Kurtz Expected to Remain Power Hitting Threat in 2026

The AL Rookie of the Year is looking to avoid the dreaded sophomore slump.

Mets Sign Minor League Deal with Former Athletics, Nationals Pitcher

31-year-old right-hander Bryce Conley joins Mets on minor league contract

Athletics' Nick Kurtz Focuses on Defensive Upgrade for 2026 Season

Rookie standout aims to shore up fielding skills to boost team's playoff chances

MLB Analyst Sees Athletics' Offense Reaching Elite Levels

A's lineup loaded with young sluggers poised for big seasons, says MLB.com's Jared Greenspan.

Mariners' Castillo dominates A's in 5-1 win

Seattle pitcher Luis Castillo fans 8 in 6 innings of 2-hit ball

Shohei Ohtani Tops Fantasy Draft Picks Again in 2024

Ohtani's rare combination of speed, power, and pitching ability makes him the top overall pick in fantasy baseball drafts.

Athletics Could Continue Extension Trend with Shea Langeliers

The A's have locked up several young stars, and Langeliers could be next in line.

A's Rotation Battle Heats Up as Roster Spots Remain Open

Several young pitchers vie for final two spots in Oakland's starting rotation

Athletics' Zack Gelof Aims to Bounce Back from Injury-Plagued Season

The young outfielder is feeling healthy and ready to compete for a roster spot in spring training.

Braves Sign Veteran Catcher Jonah Heim to 1-Year Deal

Heim provides experienced backup option behind reigning NL Rookie of the Year Drake Baldwin

Mark McGwire Returns to A's as Special Assistant

Former slugger and 'Bash Brother' rejoins Oakland organization in player development role.

Dodgers Claim Catcher, Lose Infielder in Busy Roster Moves

The team also saw a historical nugget about a 1940s integration target and a profile of a Phillies reliever's NLDS error aftermath.

Athletics Sign Veteran Reliever Scott Barlow to One-Year Deal

Barlow brings high-strikeout, ground ball profile to bolster Oakland's bullpen

Lotte Giants Face Uncertain 2026 Plan A as Manager Kim Tae-hyung's Concerns Deepen

The Lotte Giants' 2026 season is a pivotal moment for both manager Kim Tae-hyung and the franchise's long-awaited return to postseason contention.