Breslow helps kids through foundation Nov 12, 2009
The Official Site of the Oakland Athletics. Search. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Staff changes Nov 12, 2009
214 with two home runs and 8 RBIs in 89 career games over three seasons with the Chicago Cubs (1999), Oakland Athletics (2000) and Texas Rangers (2001). Sherlock, 49, returns for his 13th season with the club, 11th in his current capacity (1998-2002, 2005-present) as bullpen and catching coach, and is the lone member of the coaching staff that has been on board since the inaugural season in 1998. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Indians Announce 2010 Spring Schedule Nov 11, 2009
March 15 vs. Oakland Athletics Wed. March 17 vs. Milwaukee Brewers (SS) Fri. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Base question: Who's on 3rd? Nov 11, 2009
Base question: Who's on 3rd. Article:Base question: Who's on 3rd. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
HOT STOVE: Players potentially eligible for free agency Nov 10, 2009
Hot stove report: Free agent filings - USATODAY.com. Hot stove report: Free agent filings. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hudson excited about contract Nov 6, 2009
" Hudson planned to fly to Fort Scott, Kansas, to attend LaRoche's hometown charity event. Hudson also took an opportunity to publicly lobby for the Braves to re-sign LaRoche, who is a free agent, pointing out the need for his strong defense at first base in addition to his slugging. The Braves will not make an announcement or comment on the Hudson contract until the deal is official. Hudson referred to the MRI as more of a formality. He has had other MRI exams this year and no setbacks since... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Large-market teams dominate baseball this year Nov 1, 2009
"It's certainly trending in the direction," Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane said. "The big markets are always going to be there. Whether or not they're the only ones there I guess remains to be seen.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Phillies to go with Blanton in Game 4 Oct 31, 2009
18 ERA in four career starts against New York, all of which were made when Blanton pitched for the Oakland Athletics. Alex Rodriguez is 4-for-7. (The Clarion-Ledger)
A capsule look at the Phillies-Yankees matchup Oct 28, 2009
Article:Powerhouse matchup:/c/a/2009/10/27/SPLJ1ABCKQ.DTL Article:Powerhouse matchup:/c/a/2009/10/27/SPLJ1ABCKQ.DTL advertisement. Wednesday, October 28, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Powerhouse punch Oct 28, 2009
Lineups get attention, but pitching may decide it. Article:Lineups get attention, but pitching may decide it:/c/a/2009/10/27/SPLJ1ABCKH.DTL Article:Lineups get attention, but pitching may decide it:/c/a/2009/10/27/SPLJ1ABCKH.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lineups get attention, but pitching may decide it Oct 28, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009. The Phillies must have felt at home when they left their own shoe box of a ballpark to play the first game at the new Yankee Stadium on May 22. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
La Russas StL Return with New Coach McGwire Oct 27, 2009
McGwires Marks McGwire, 46, will embark on his first season as a major league coach after having spent 16 star-studded seasons (1986-2001) with the Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals. He totaled 583 career home runs (T8th all-time), including a Cardinals single-season record 70 in 1998. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
It is not Always the Yankees Oct 27, 2009
If a dynasty is defined as a team that wins three or more championships in the span of five-years or less, the Yankees are the only one that has been in baseball since the 1972-1974 Oakland Athletics, who won three World Series in a row. In just the last 20 years there have been many more dynasties than just the Yankees. (Suite101.com)
Getting To Know... Oct 23, 2009
Favorite team(s) as a kid: Oakland Athletics. Favorite physical attribute about myself: My hands. (Unlvrebels.com)
Phillies going for rare World Series repeat Oct 22, 2009
1973 Oakland Athletics, beat New York Mets in 7 games. 1974 Oakland Athletics, beat Los Angeles Dodgers in 5 games ... 1990 Oakland Athletics, lost to Cincinnati Reds in 4 games. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Angels hope to heat up series out West Oct 20, 2009
The Oakland Athletics used 20 on Oct. 20, 1972, in a 10-inning loss to the Detroit Tigers. The only position player left on the Yankees bench was third-string catcher Francisco Cervelli. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Rangers seeking new hitting coach Oct 20, 2009
Both Thad Bosley and Dave Hudgens are former Oakland Athletics hitting instructors and have a past relationship with Washington. Former Rockies manager Clint Hurdle has experience as a hitting coach. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
California Still Remembers Deadly Quake 20 Years Later Oct 17, 2009
Millions were tuned in on television to watch Game 3 of the "Bay Bridge World Series" between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland Athletics when the shaking began. The broadcast went dark, with the vast audience riveted to their TVs, and then sportscaster Al Michaels' audio returned with reports that a strong earthquake had struck. (Fox News)
Handing Out The Hardware Oct 17, 2009
A case could be made for Joba Chamberlain and Jacoby Ellsbury, pre-season favorites, as well, in addition to Minnesota speedster Denard Span and Oakland Athletics reliever Brad Ziegler, whose scoreless innings streak provided one of the years highlights. My picks. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)
Clark left Braves, Hudson hopes to stay Oct 16, 2009
James Simmons, Oakland Athletics. Peoria Saguaros 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Athletics bring back coaching staff for 2010 Oct 14, 2009
The Oakland Athletics will bring back their entire coaching staff in the same positions for the 2010 season. The team announced the decision to keep manager Bob Geren's staff on Tuesday, just more than a week after finishing a 75-87 season that left the A's in last place in the AL West. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
A's coaching staff to return in 2010 Oct 14, 2009
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First Freeway World Series a possibility Oct 13, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Dodgers. First Freeway World Series possible. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Fans welcome Rob home Oct 13, 2009
He said the Boston Red Sox are the toughest opponent, "when playing them in Fenway Park," and that the Oakland Athletics are his least favorite team ... "My favorite team growing up was the Oakland Athletics. Now, they're my least favorite team." Johnson showed an emotional side, too, particularly when he spoke of his family. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sox are specialists on October comebacks Oct 11, 2009
The 1999 Red Sox, who turned the tables on the Indians, and the 2003 Red Sox, who came all the way back against the Oakland Athletics. Both times, the Sox lost the first two games on the road, and the amped-up Fenway faithful helped spark the comeback to force the winner-take-all Game 5. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
A's Outright P Gonzalez, Three Others To Triple-a Oct 10, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Oakland Athletics outrighted pitchers Edgar Gonzalez, Kevin Cameron, Dan Giese and catcher Eric Munson to Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. The 25-year-old Gonzalez went 0-4 with a 5. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Playoff odds are with the frequent players Oct 10, 2009
The most infamous take on the postseason came from Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics. Speaking to author Michael Lewis for the book Moneyball, he said, My job is to get us to the playoffs. (Boston Globe)
A's squash speculation about Forst and San Diego Oct 9, 2009
The Oakland Athletics squashed speculation that assistant general manager David Forst is in the mix to become the next general manager of the San Diego Padres. The A's said in a statement e-mailed exclusively to The Associated Press on Wednesday that Forst has not interviewed for the job, nor has anyone asked for permission to interview him. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
MLB Playoffs: With USA TODAY and our sports network Oct 8, 2009
Baseball News: MLB & Fantasy Stories, Teams, Stats, Scores & Schedules - USATODAY.com. 10/08/2009 - Updated 04:40 AM ET. (The Clarion-Ledger)
2009 Recap: AL West Oct 8, 2009
The Oakland Athletics have a young nucleus that could give them hope for 2010 in a division that could see change as the Angels age ... " -- Mariners manager Don Wakamatsu on the clubhouse presence demonstrated by veteran DHs Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Sweeney. ROSTER REPORT: The Mariners enter the 2009 offseason feeling mostly positive about the progress they've made this season. From a 101-loss team that bickered and was in complete disarray, Seattle has become a place where the players are... (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
A'S YEAR-END REVIEW Oct 8, 2009
Another slog ahead: Hitting rebuild next. Wednesday, October 7, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Baseball playoffs are a little unusual Oct 7, 2009
Wednesday, October 07, 2009. Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. (Florida Today)
A's 2009 at a glance Oct 7, 2009
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Oakland's Anderson Selected As Al's Top Rookie For Final Month Oct 7, 2009
(Sports Network) - Oakland Athletics pitcher Brett Anderson has been selected as the American League's top rookie for the final month of the season. Anderson was 4-0 with a 2. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Rookies Anderson, McGehee honored Oct 7, 2009
The Official Site of the Oakland Athletics. Search. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Ryan sees progress with Rangers Oct 7, 2009
The Rangers were better this season, but the Seattle Mariners won 24 more games than they did in 2008 and the Oakland Athletics are putting together their own nucleus of strong young pitchers. The Rangers are already beginning the process of preparing for 2010. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Underrated vintage: O'Dowd's offseason trade just needed to age Oct 6, 2009
Colorado Rockies reliever Huston Street was part of a controversial trade with the Oakland Athletics that brought the Rockies Street, outfielder Carlos Gonzalez and starter Greg Smith for outfielder Matt Holliday. 2009 POSTSEASON. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mortensen charged with DUI Oct 5, 2009
Monday, October 5, 2009. (10-04) 18:32 PDT -- A's rookie starter Clayton Mortensen expressed contrition Sunday afternoon after being arrested early Sunday morning in Los Gatos for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A's swept into offseason Oct 5, 2009
OAKLAND -- Mike Napoli homered, Joe Saunders pitched five strong innings and the Los Angeles Angels closed out an impressive regular season with a 5-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Sunday. The AL West champions swept the three-game set against the A's and will host the Boston Red Sox in Game 1 of their division series Wednesday or Thursday. (Modesto Bee, CA)
MLB Notebook: Athletics pitcher spends night in jail for DUI Oct 5, 2009
Oakland Athletics pitcher Clay Mortensen rejoined the team yesterday after spending the night in jail after his arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. Mortensen, acquired in the July trade that sent Matt Holliday to the St. Louis Cardinals, spent Saturday night in the Santa Clara County jail. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
A's end with thud Oct 5, 2009
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AMERICAN LEAGUE: Tigers drop 5-1 decision to Chisox Oct 4, 2009
Scott Kazmir pitched five scoreless innings, Robb Quinlan drove in three runs and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Oakland Athletics. Kazmir (10-9) gave up three hits in his final playoff tuneup. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A's lose; Crosby's final bow? Oct 4, 2009
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Angels, A's Continue Series In Oakland Oct 4, 2009
(Sports Network) - Scott Kazmir makes his final start before the postseason this evening when the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim continue their series against the Oakland Athletics at the Coliseum. Kazmir has been impressive in his five starts for the Angels, but has just one win to show for it, despite a solid 2. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Teagarden's hit in 9th lifts Texas over Seattle Oct 3, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Oct 03, 2009 01:31 AMModified Sat, Oct 03, 2009 02:31 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Jered Weaver stops three-start skid and Angels send A's to fifth straight loss Oct 3, 2009
Los Angeles Angels' Jered Weaver works against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, in Oakland, Calif ... (AP) Juan Rivera homered to help Jered Weaver end a three-start losing streak and the Los Angeles Angels sent the Oakland Athletics to their fifth straight loss with a 5-2 victory Friday night. (FOX61, CT)
Sweeney's two-run single keys Mariners' win Oct 2, 2009
SEATTLE Mike Sweeney followed a two-out error with a tiebreaking two-run single in the fifth inning, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 4-2 Thursday night. Doug Fister (3-4) went seven innings, allowing five hits and a run for his first win since Sept. 1. (Longview Daily News, WA)
A's done in by error Oct 2, 2009
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Mariners' Morrow stifles A's Oct 1, 2009
Ex-Bear Morrow more than a one-hit wonder. Article:Ex-Bear Morrow more than a one-hit wonder. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Mariners Host A's, Aim To Secure Winning Campaign Oct 1, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Seattle Mariners try to string back-to-back wins together this evening, when they go for a series win against the Oakland Athletics at Safeco Field. Seattle won for the first time in its last four games in the opener of this three-game set on Tuesday, as Ken Griffey Jr. clubbed a three-run homer and Felix Hernandez pitched into the eighth inning for his 18th win of the season in the Mariners' 6-4 win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Griffey homers, Morrow dominates in win over A's Oct 1, 2009
SEATTLE Ken Griffey Jr. hit a three-run homer and Brandon Morrow allowed one hit over eight impressive innings, sending the Seattle Mariners to a 7-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night. Griffey's 629th career home run came in the first inning. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Mariners throttle Cahill, A's Sep 30, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009. (09-30) 04:00 PDT Seattle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Griffey's homer pushes M's past A's Sep 30, 2009
Hernandez added another strong effort to his Cy Young Award resume, backed by Ken Griffey Jr.'s 628th career homer in the Mariners' 6-4 win over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night. In what might be his final homestand, Griffey jolted the meager crowd that showed up on a chilly night with a three-run homer off Oakland starter Trevor Cahill in the fifth inning. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Angels Try To Move Closer To Al West Title In Opener With A's Sep 26, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim aim to move closer towards wrapping up a third straight American League West title, and will be out to halt a brief losing streak in the process, when the division leaders begin a three-game series with the Oakland Athletics tonight at Angel Stadium. The Angels' magic number for clinching the West currently stands at four and the team owns a seven-game lead on fading Texas with just 10 remaining in the regular season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gabbert passes for 414 yards, 3 TDs to help undefeated Missouri beat Nevada 31-21 Sep 26, 2009
SCOTT SONNER Associated Press Writer. 1:36 AM EDT, September 26, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
BP: Kiss A's goodbye Sep 26, 2009
MLB -- 2009 Oakland Athletics: Kiss 'Em Goodbye ... Kiss 'Em Goodbye: Oakland Athletics. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Gio Gonzalez pitches Oakland Athletics to 3-0 win over Los Angeles Angels Sep 26, 2009
(AP) Rookie Gio Gonzalez outpitched Jered Weaver and the Oakland Athletics beat Los Angeles 3-0 on Friday night, keeping the Angels' magic number at four for clinching their fifth AL West title in six years. The Angels, just 16-16 since Aug. 22, are trying to become the first AL West team to win three straight division titles since Oakland accomplished the feat from 1988-90. (FOX61, CT)
Gonzalez pitches A's to 3-0 win over Angels Sep 26, 2009
The Oakland Athletics want to leave town before the Los Angeles Angels wrap up another AL West title ... (AP) -- The Oakland Athletics want to leave town before the Los Angeles Angels wrap up another AL West title. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Gonzalez cool as ice, relievers even better Sep 26, 2009
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With Time Running Out, Playoff-hopeful Rangers Battle Rays Sep 26, 2009
The Rangers did themselves no favors this week, as they split a four-game set with the Oakland Athletics, falling 12-3 in Thursday's finale. David Murphy and Chris Davis drove in a run each for Texas, which has dropped eight of its last 11. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Rollins, Howard, Feliz and Happ lead Phillies Sep 25, 2009
The Brewers' first-year manager, who led the Oakland Athletics for four years and two teams in the minors for four seasons, has never finished below. 500. (NJ.com -- Sports)
A's Win 12-3 To Split Series With Rangers Sep 25, 2009
OAKLAND (September 24, 2009)--Jack Cust homered to help rookie Brett Anderson win his fourth straight start, Cliff Pennington hit atwo-run triple and the Oakland Athletics salvaged a split of theirfour-game series against the Texas Rangers with a 12-3 rout Thursday. Eric Patterson drove in three runs, Adam Kennedy doubled twice among his three hits and Rajai Davis had an RBI triple in a balanced offensive attack for Oakland, which sent the Rangers to just their second loss in their last seven... (KWTX.com, TX)
Road Warrior: Feldman Goes For Rangers In Oakland Sep 25, 2009
The surprising pitcher will attempt to extend his club-record winning streak in away games when he takes the mound for the Rangers in this afternoon's matchup with the Oakland Athletics at the Coliseum. Feldman has been one of the American League's most successful hurlers this season, as the converted reliever's 17 victories are just one short of the New York Yankees' CC Sabathia and St. Louis' Adam Wainwright for the most in the majors. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Putting new face on A's Sep 25, 2009
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A's snap Feldman's road streak Sep 25, 2009
But Feldman's bid for a 20-win season and his eight-game road winning streak came to an end with a 12-3 loss to the Oakland Athletics at the Coliseum. The loss dropped the Rangers to seven games behind the Angels in the American League West. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
