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baseball29 days ago•33 min saved

A’s lock in Jacob Wilson with seven-year, $70 million extension

Oakland signed shortstop Jacob Wilson to a seven-year, $70 million extension with a club option for an eighth year, guaranteeing him at least $70 million and adding two potential free-agent years for the A’s. Wilson, 23, broke out in 2025 (.311/.355/.444 with 13 homers and 26 doubles) and is a core piece behind a young lineup, though his defense at short has drawn mixed reviews. The deal strengthens Oakland’s young core (alongside Soderström, Butler and Rooker) as they pursue a move to Las Vegas and navigate CBT payroll dynamics, marking one of the franchise’s largest guarantees to a player with limited service time.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#athletics #baseball #contract

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Bucknell Appoints Jeff Behrman as New Head Football Coach

Bucknell University has appointed Jeff Behrman, a highly experienced college football coach with a 71-27 record, as its new head football coach, emphasizing team culture and development, after successful coaching stints at John Carroll and Union.

via Bucknell University Athletics|

#athletics #bucknell #college-football

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Tyler Soderstrom Signs $86M, 7-Year Extension with Athletics

Tyler Soderstrom and the Oakland Athletics have agreed to a seven-year, $86 million contract extension, the largest guaranteed deal in franchise history, with potential to reach $131 million including an eighth-year option, reflecting the team's investment in their young star amidst their ongoing relocation plans.

via The New York Times|

#athletics #contract-extension #franchise-record

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Tyler Soderstrom Signs $86M, 7-Year Extension with Athletics

The Oakland Athletics have signed outfielder Tyler Soderstrom to a seven-year, $86 million extension, including a club option for 2033 and potential escalators, securing his future with the team through his age-31 season and making it the largest contract in club history.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#athletics #baseball #contract-extension

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

A's Acquire Jeff McNeil in Mets' Offseason Shakeup

The Oakland Athletics designated pitcher Ken Waldichuk for assignment to make room for new acquisition Jeff McNeil, with Waldichuk's future uncertain as he awaits potential trade or waivers, following injuries and mixed performance.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#assignment #athletics #ken-waldichuk

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Georgia Tech Athletics Secures $20 Million in Donations for Growth

Georgia Tech athletics received two $10 million anonymous gifts, boosting their fundraising efforts for the Full Steam Ahead initiative, which aims to elevate their sports programs, especially football, with over $90 million raised since October 2024 towards a $500 million goal, supporting major renovations and investments in facilities and staff.

via Georgia Tech Athletics|

#athletics #donations #football

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

LA28 Olympics to Launch with Women's 100m Final and New Schedule

The LA28 Olympics will start with the women's 100m final on day one, followed by the men's 100m on day two, with a record number of female athletes and a diverse schedule across 36 sports and 51 disciplines, including a historic swap of swimming to the second week and a 'Super Saturday' finale.

via BBC|

#athletics #la28-olympics #olympic-sports

world3 months ago•3 min saved

LA28 Olympics: Women's 100m Sprint Opens Games and Highlights Schedule

The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics will feature a historic athletics schedule, with the women's 100m kicking off the Games on day one, and athletics spanning all 13 days of the event, including innovative formats and potential athlete doubles, culminating in the men's marathon on the final day.

via worldathletics.org|

#2028-games #athletics #la28

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

Nick Kurtz and Drake Baldwin Named 2025 MLB Rookies of the Year

Nick Kurtz of the Athletics was named the 2025 American League Rookie of the Year, earning a full year of service time despite a late start and injuries, thanks to his outstanding performance and the Prospect Promotion Incentive rules. His teammate Jacob Wilson and Roman Anthony of the Red Sox finished second and third in voting, with Anthony signing a significant extension and Wilson's rookie status affected by injury and service time rules.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#2025-season #athletics #nick-kurtz

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Nick Kurtz Named MLB American League Rookie of the Year

Nick Kurtz of the Athletics was unanimously named the 2025 American League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year, becoming the 14th player to win the AL award by a unanimous vote and the second for the A's. He joins a distinguished list of winners and is the eighth first baseman to earn this honor. Kurtz was the only player listed on every ballot, highlighting his standout rookie season.

via BBWAA|

#al-award #athletics #jackie-robinson-rookie-of-the-year

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

U.S. Dominates at World Track and Field Championships with Multiple Relay Golds

The U.S. set a record with 16 gold medals at the World Track and Field Championships, winning three relay titles and achieving their fifth consecutive overall medal lead, with notable performances from Sha’Carri Richardson, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, and others, while narrowly missing the men's 4x400m relay title to Botswana.

via NBC Sports|

#athletics #gold-medals #relay-races

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone: Unstoppable 400m Champion

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone showcased her dominance in track and field by winning gold in the 400m at the World Championships, setting a historic time of 47.78 seconds, and excelling in the 400m hurdles, with prospects of winning double gold at the 2028 Olympics, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest athletes in her sport.

via The Guardian|

#400m #athletics #olympics

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Sets New 400m Record at 2025 World Championships

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won her first 400m world title with a time of 47.78 seconds, nearly breaking the longstanding world record, and became the first athlete to win world titles in both hurdles and flat 400m events, marking a historic achievement at the World Championships.

via NBC Sports|

#400m-world-title #athletics #sports

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Nader's Surprise Victory at World Championships 1500m

Josh Kerr's attempt to defend his 1500m title at the 2025 World Athletics Championships was thwarted by a calf injury, causing him to finish last and miss his chance at a second consecutive gold, despite showing resilience in finishing the race.

via BBC|

#1500m-race #athletics #calf-injury

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Katie Moon Secures Third Consecutive World Pole Vault Title

Katie Moon won her third consecutive women's pole vault title at the World Championships, setting a record as the oldest woman to do so, while Sandi Morris earned her fifth silver medal. The event highlighted Moon's resilience and skill, and the Championships featured notable performances across various track and field events, including a close men's 1500m race and young record-breakers in the women's steeplechase and men's long jump.

via NBC Sports|

#athletics #katie-moon #pole-vault