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Looking back at every A's no-hitter

MLB.com looks back at every no-hitter in A's franchise history
@_dadler
May 8, 2019

Between Catfish Hunter, Vida Blue, and Dave Stewart, the A's have had plenty of memorable no-hitters over the years. In fact, A's pitchers have thrown 13 no-hitters, with eight of those coming since the team moved to Northern California in 1968.

Below is a look at every no-hitter thrown in A's

10 biggest trades in Athletics history

@JaneMLB
December 1, 2021

The A's wheel and deal like no other. They've long sparked intrigue -- and, of course, a divergent dialogue -- with their creative choreography when it comes to roster building.

When other teams zig, as they say, the A's zag. That's been the mantra under Billy Beane's watch, but a bevy

Best Opening Day moments in A's history

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

Opening Day has brought plenty of memorable moments for the Athletics over the years.

Here’s a look at the top five Opening Day moments in A's history:

1. Olson walks it off with a slam
July 24, 2020
A walk to Khris Davis loaded the bases with one out in

The Top 5 debut seasons in A's history

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

Since the A’s were formed in 1901, there has been a bevy of spectacular individual seasons from the many legends to play during the club’s stints in Philadelphia, Kansas City, Oakland and West Sacramento.

Those are even more special when they come in a player’s first season with the team, whether

Top 5 A's moments in Coliseum history

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

The Coliseum was home to the A’s from the time they relocated from Kansas City in 1968 through the 2024 season. Over the span of those five-plus decades, the A’s went through different eras of dominance.

From the Swingin’ A’s dynasty of the '70s that captured three straight World Series titles

The 5 best single games by A's pitchers

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

Since the A’s were formed in 1901, there has been a bevy of spectacular performances from the many legends to play during the club’s stints in Philadelphia, Kansas City, Oakland and West Sacramento. Hall of Famers like Lefty Grove and Catfish Hunter left their marks years ago. Then, at the

10 players you forgot were A's

December 1, 2021

It's a rich irony that the man most responsible for the A's tendency to keep players for an abbreviated tenure briefly passed through Oakland himself during his Major League career.

He reputedly possessed considerable talent, having been selected in the first round (23rd overall) of the 1980 Draft by the Mets,

The A's five best homegrown Draft picks

@MartinJGallegos
February 15, 2021

If you need an example of how important homegrown talent is, just look back at the best teams in Athletics history.

From the Swingin’ A’s dynasty in the 1970s to the powerhouse clubs that reached the World Series three straight years from ’88-90, one common theme in the construction of those

Best A's hitting performances in a game

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

Since the A’s were formed in 1901, there have been a bevy of spectacular performances from the many legends to play during the club’s stints in Philadelphia, Kansas City, Oakland and West Sacramento. Such Hall of Famers as Jimmie Foxx and Reggie Jackson left their mark years ago, while current

The best A's player to wear each number

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

When you combine the club's stints in Philadelphia, Kansas City, Oakland and West Sacramento, the list of legends who have donned an A's uniform becomes quite impressive.

We've compiled a list of the best player to wear each uniform number in A's history. Note: They aren't on this list, but don't

How they came to be called the A's

@MartinJGallegos
November 7, 2026

Despite a few relocations over the past century or so, the “Athletics” nickname has stood as one of the oldest in professional sports.

The origin of the team name dates to the 1860s, when it was adopted by the Athletic Club of Philadelphia’s amateur baseball team. That squad turned professional in

Connie Mack, Bash Brothers and 20 straight wins: Looking back on best A's seasons

@MartinJGallegos
October 29, 2026

There are plenty of great teams to choose from in a historic Athletics franchise that has seen nine World Series titles. Some of the greatest squads, however, came up short of a championship despite dominant regular seasons and star-studded rosters.

Here are the top five seasons in A’s history:

1. 1931: 107-45

The best baseball players born on Oct. 13

October 13, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 13.

The best baseball players born on Oct. 8

October 8, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 8.

1) Enos Cabell (1949)
Originally signed by the Baltimore Orioles, Cabell’s career flourished with

The best baseball players born on Oct. 6

October 6, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 6.

1) Freddy Garcia (1976)
A two-time All-Star with the Mariners and later a World

The best baseball players born on Oct. 4

October 4, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 4.

The best baseball players born on Oct. 3

October 2, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 3.

The best baseball players born on Oct. 1

October 1, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 1.

The best baseball players born on Aug. 14

August 13, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar.

Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Aug. 14:

The story behind A's elephant logo

@MartinJGallegos
January 21, 2021

OAKLAND -- The image of an elephant on the left sleeve of A’s jerseys is often met with confusion by outsiders.

Of all the fit and fierce creatures in the animal kingdom, why is the selection to represent the “Athletics” organization a slow-moving mammoth? Turns out the elephant logo -- which

Here are the top 10 MLB debuts in A's history

@MartinJGallegos
February 19, 2026

There’s nothing quite like the emotions and nerves that come with a Major League debut. The day is forever remembered, regardless of the results, but it’s even more special when a player makes a good first impression or generates a big moment on day one.

We’ve put together a list of

A triple play is rare -- this guy helped turn SEVEN of them

December 28, 2025

Over the 20-season span from 1981-2000, there were 80 triple plays turned. Gary Gaetti was involved in 10% of them.

Yes -- one player, eight triple plays. The odds are astronomical, but it's true. Gaetti, who played for the Twins, Angels, Royals, Cardinals, Cubs and Red Sox from 1981-2000, was part

Straight A's: Check out the 10 best moments in Athletics history

@MartinJGallegos
December 21, 2025

The Athletics franchise dates back to 1901, when owner/manager Connie Mack founded the Philadelphia Athletics of the American Baseball League. That leaves over a century’s worth of history, with no shortage of big games and legendary performances from some of the game’s best players to ever take the field.

It’s impossible

These were the A's top 5 hitting seasons

@MartinJGallegos
December 1, 2021

Since the A’s were formed in 1901, there has been a bevy of spectacular individual seasons from the many legends to play during the club’s stints in Philadelphia, Kansas City and Oakland. With plenty of Hall of Famers to choose from, here’s a look at the top five individual seasons

A's Top 5 all-time Winter Meetings moves

@MartinJGallegos
December 5, 2025

The Athletics haven’t been known to make high-profile moves at the Winter Meetings, but many low-key transactions that resulted from discussions at the event have contributed to the start of impressive runs for the club over the years.

As this year's Winter Meetings get underway, here’s a look back at the