Bob Melvin Gets 3-year Contract to Manage Padres
The San Diego Padres announced the hiring of Bob Melvin as manager, bringing a veteran presence to an exciting team that imploded down the stretch.
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Padres Hire Oakland’s Bob Melvin as Manager
The San Diego Padres have hired Bob Melvin from the Oakland Athletics as their new manager, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
Seager, France HR, Mariners Top A’s, Move Up in Playoff Race
Kyle Seager hit his 35th home run for a career-best 100 RBIs, Ty France also connected, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics for the third straight night with a 4-1 win.
Manaea Throws CG, Moreland Homers as A’s Blank Mariners 6-0
Sean Manaea pitched a four-hitter with eight strikeouts for his second shutout this season, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Seattle Mariners 6-0.
A’s, MLB meet with Heisman Trophy winner Murray
Representatives of the Oakland Athletics and Major League Baseball met Sunday with Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray, a day before the deadline to enter the NFL draft.
Oakland’s Melvin, Atlanta’s Snitker Voted Top Managers
Congratulations to Bob Melvin of the Oakland Athletics and Atlanta Braves' Brian Snitker have received the MLB's Manager of the Year Award for the AL and NL.
Olson’s Slam Helps A’s Top Mariners 9-3, Close in on Yankees
The Oakland Athletics are doing what is needed to be done. The A's Matt Olson hit a grand slam and Khris Davis added his major league-leading 47th home run.