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Earlier this week A's outfielder Lawrence Butler made an appearance on the Rose Rotation with Chris Rose, and he was asked what, if anything, Butler and his teammates have been told by the team about playing in Sacramento.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 10

Oakland Athletics Star Outfielder Discusses Friendly Rivalry with Seattle Mariners Leader

In a year where neither team made the playoffs, the Oakland Athletics and Seattle Mariners developed a friendly little rivalry. The A's beat the Mariners via two consecutive walk-off hits in September to help dent their playoff chances, while the M's swept Oakland in the final series of the year, ending a disappointing season on a high note.

Lawrence Butler News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 8

A's Lawrence Butler Ignited His Rise as MLB's Next Young Star

The Athletics recalled Lawrence Butler on June 18th after a month-long stint with Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators, and from that moment, he performed as one of baseball's next young stars.

Lawrence Butler News / Just Baseball / September 30

Lawrence Butler’s Swing Changes Have Him on the Brink of Stardom

There were few hitters in Major League Baseball who were more productive than the Oakland Athletics’ Lawrence Butler in the second half of the season. His 155 wRC+ from the All-Star Break onward was the 11th best mark in all of baseball, trailing nine All-Stars and Minnesota’s Matt Wallner, who enjoyed his own breakout for the Twins.

MLB News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 21

A's Players Give Subtle Nod to Oakland to Begin Final Homestand Against Yankees

The Oakland A's lost to the New York Yankees, 4-2, in the opening game of the team's final homestand at the Coliseum, but the players are doing their own small part to show the fans that they appreciate The Town.

Oakland Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / September 19

Athletics Breakout Player Makes Case for Future Stardom

Lawrence Butler‘s remarkable 2024 campaign has catapulted him to breakout status, solidifying his position as one of the season’s most pleasant surprises.

MLB News / Just Baseball / September 13

Late-Season Waiver Wire Pickups: Norby, Herz, Horwitz

Much of the Orioles fanbase seemed to be upset that the Marlins poached one of their better infield prospects at the trade deadline. But with how stacked Baltimore was in terms of prospect capital, it was a move that Mike Elias and company were comfortable in making.

Oakland Athletics News / Fastball on SI / September 12

Lawrence Butler Extends Hitting Streak, Moves Up Oakland Athletics' All-Time Leaderboards

Nobody in the big leagues has an active hitting streak longer than Lawrence Butler's, and the Oakland Athletics slugger tacked another game onto his total on Thursday.

Oakland Athletics News / Just Baseball / September 9

Do the Athletics Have a Breakout Star in Lawrence Butler?

The 2024 Oakland Athletics have outperformed projections. Though they won’t come close to making the playoffs, the A’s have a good chance to finish higher than last place in the AL West for the first time since 2021.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 7

Hot hitters square off in Athletics-Tigers matchup

Two of the hottest hitters in the American League go head to head once again Saturday afternoon when Zach McKinstry and the Detroit Tigers visit Lawrence Butler and the Oakland Athletics in the continuation of a three-game series.

Oakland Athletics News / Fastball on SI / September 5

Oakland Athletics' Lawrence Butler Breaks Franchise Record With Latest Extra-Base Hit

While his record-breaking efforts at the plate were immediately followed by a blowout loss, Oakland Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler stayed red-hot at the plate nonetheless.

Oakland Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 3

Lawrence Butler Wins AL Player of the Week--Again; What's His Ceiling?

Oakland A's right fielder Lawrence Butler has been named the AL Player of the Week for the second time since the beginning of July after batting .500 with six home runs and ten RBI.

Oakland Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 2

Lawrence Butler is Becoming a Superstar for the Oakland A's

Lawrence Butler is at it again, folks. The Oakland A's 24-year-old right fielder was one of the best hitters in baseball back in July, batting .363 with a .408 OBP, ten home runs, and a 238 wRC+, and over the course of the team's recent road trip, he's playing like that version of himself yet again.

Oakland Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / August 30

Athletics Outfielder Making A Strong Case For Rookie Of The Year

Lawrence Butler recorded his second three-homer game of the season (July 14 against the Philadelphia Phillies). Butler is the second Oakland Athletics player with a pair of three home run games in a season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 30

A's hope Lawrence Butler stays hot against Rangers

Oakland right fielder Lawrence Butler is providing some much-needed power for the rebuilding Athletics, who begin a three-game series against the Texas Rangers on Friday in Arlington, Texas.

Oakland Athletics News / Yardbarker / August 29

Watch: A's Lawrence Butler has second three-HR game of season

The Oakland A's are not going to win a lot of games this season and their future remains a mess due to the ownership situation and relocation to Las Vegas. But they do have some talented young players who are starting to make names for themselves in the major leagues.

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Oakland Athletics News / Fastball on SI / July 31

Lawrence Butler, Brent Rooker Join Forces to Make Oakland Athletics History

The Oakland Athletics may still be sitting in dead last in the AL West, but they have certainly brought plenty of pop to the table this summer. The A's fended off the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday, winning 5-2 in game one of the two-game rivalry series at Oracle Park.

Oakland Athletics News / Total Apex Sports / July 24

Oakland Athletics Offense Explodes In Victory

The Oakland Athletics offense had a game to remember at home on Tuesday night against the Houston Astros. They defeated the Astros 8-2 thanks to five home runs.

MLB News / Just Baseball / July 24

2024 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds: Max Schuemann, Jeff McNeil, Andrew Heaney

Playing the waiver wire effectively is crucial to fantasy baseball success throughout the season. Each week of the 2024 campaign, this article will help pinpoint which players are readily available to be picked up in most formats.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14

Five wacky facts about A's home run barrage vs. Phillies

Powered by Lawrence Butler, Seth Brown, Brent Rooker and Zack Gelof, the Oakland A's bashed the Philadelphia Phillies, 18-3, on Sunday, tying a franchise with eight home runs.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 14

A's tie franchise record with 8 HRs, crush Phillies 18-3

Lawrence Butler clubbed three two-run homers to headline a historic offensive performance from the Oakland Athletics, who put together an 18-3 drubbing of the host Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday afternoon in the rubber match of a three-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 15

MLB HR props for Monday 4/15: M's France looks to Ty one on

Holy smokes! We closed out last week with a +390 winner on Elly De La Cruz and a +680 cash on Lawrence Butler in Friday's edition of home run props. Not too shabby, huh?

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Oakland Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 13

Lawrence Butler drives in winning run in 10th as Nationals edge Athletics

Lawrence Butler hit a game-winning single with one out in the 10th inning to go with an earlier home run as the Oakland Athletics defeated the visiting Washington Nationals 2-1 on Friday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 12

MLB home run props for 4/12: We choose De La Cruz

That's more like it! Brandon Marsh helped us cash a +600 ticket on Thursday to get us back on track in home run props. Let's keep it rolling with three more HR bets for Friday's MLB slate.

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