Oakland Athletics News & Updates

The Oakland Athletics suffered a frustrating 6-4 loss to the Seattle Mariners in front of a record-breaking crowd of 10,876 at Spring Training, as they blew a late lead with just a week left until the season opener. Despite the disappointing outcome, manager Mark Kotsay announced that Luis Severino will take the mound on Opening Day against the Blue Jays, a decision that brings excitement and high hopes for the 2026 season. As the A’s look to shake off the spring rust, there's also buzz surrounding Max Muncy, who might be poised for a breakout year, following the footsteps of rising stars like Brent Rooker and Tyler Soderstrom. With mixed results on the field, the A's are balancing optimism and urgency as they prepare for the challenges ahead.