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Brian Serven Signs with Athletics, Aims MLB Comeback

1/6/2026

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Catcher Brian Serven signed with the Oakland Athletics on December 19, 2025 after a 2025 season in the minors with Detroit.
At 31, he aims to return to the majors after 101 games from 2022–2024, with a .187 batting average and six home runs.
He will compete with Austin Wynns for the Athletics’ backup behind starter Shea Langeliers, a situation created by the Athletics' 35-29 record after the All-Star break.

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Catcher Brian Serven signed with the Oakland Athletics on December 19, 2025 after a 2025 season in the minors with Detroit.
At 31, he aims to return to the majors after 101 games from 2022–2024, with a .187 batting average and six home runs.
He will compete with Austin Wynns for the Athletics’ backup behind starter Shea Langeliers, a situation created by the Athletics' 35-29 record after the All-Star break.