The Oakland Raiders' potential move to Las Vegas gained additional steam Thursday, as the franchise filed three trademarks for "Las Vegas Raiders."
According to ESPN.com's Darren Rovell, the Raiders are attempting to gain exclusive rights to the name for advertising and merchandising purposes on the heels of six previous filings attempting to trademark the same name.
The Raiders have just one year remaining on their lease at the Oakland Alameda Coliseum. Arash Markazi of ESPN later shared images of a potential home for the Raiders in Las Vegas:
After owner Mark Davis fell short in his efforts to move the Raiders back to ...
Oakland Athletics designated hitter Billy Butler was placed on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion on Aug. 22 in the aftermath of an altercation with teammate Danny Valencia. However, he's set to return after missing six games.
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Butler Activated from DL
Monday, Aug. 29
The Athletics announced they have activated Butler from the disabled list while optioning Arismendy Alcantara to Triple-A.
Butler, Valencia Get into Altercation
Monday, Aug. 22
According to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, Butler and Valencia had a “physical confrontation” before batting practice Friday. Slusser reported players had to break up the ensuing fight, and Valencia hit Butler on the head after ...
After seven seasons, it appears outfielder Coco Crisp and the Oakland Athletics are headed for a contentious divorce.
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Crisp Accuses A's of Benching Him for Financial Reasons
Tuesday, Aug. 16
Crisp said Monday the A's have been avoiding playing him so his 2017 option does not kick in, per Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle:
I’m extremely hurt, the way things are being handled. I’m not calling anyone names, but this is really frustrating and disappointing. This has been my favorite organization going back to when I was a kid, because of Rickey Henderson, and I’ve enjoyed playing here so much, and I’ve put it all out there. ...
Oakland Athletics pitcher Sonny Gray suffered a forearm injury during his start against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday and was placed on the 15-day disabled list. It is uncertain when he will return to action.
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Gray Placed on 15-Day DL
Sunday, Aug. 7
The Athletics announced the roster move, noting Chris Smith was called up from Nashville to take Gray's place.
Gray's Injury the Latest in a Long Season for Star Pitcher
This is a difficult blow for Gray, especially since his durability was a defining characteristic in the past two seasons. He pitched 200-plus innings in both 2014 and 2015, but this year ...