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  • Dec 3, 2019

    MLB free agency: Why A's could target these three non-tendered players

    The A’s non-tendered veterans Blake Treinen, Ryan Buchter, and Josh Phegley Monday night ahead of MLB’s non-tender deadline. They weren’t the only team making moves. Throughout the league, a total of 56 players were non-tendered and became free agents. Here are three of those players the A’s could potentially target this offseason: Travis Shaw Shaw struggled last season with...

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  • Dec 2, 2019

    A's 2020 roster begins to take shape with three players non-tendered

    The A’s have decided to move on from a trio of veterans, non-tendering Blake Treinen, Ryan Buchter, and Josh Phegley on Monday, making them free agents. Oakland did tender contracts to Chris Bassitt, Mark Canha, Robbie Grossman, Liam Hendriks, Sean Manaea, Chad Pinder and Marcus Semien, all eligible for arbitration this offseason. The A’s also agreed to a one-year...

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  • Dec 2, 2019

    Jurickson Profar trade gives A's infield situation some needed clarity

    With the non-tender deadline just hours away, the A’s shipped starting second baseman Jurickson Profar to the Padres for 25-year-old catcher Austin Allen and a player to be named later. It’s a shrewd move by Billy Beane, David Forst, and company, as Profar was almost certain to be non-tendered later in the day, due to his projected $5.8 million...

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  • Nov 26, 2019

    MLB rumors: A's discussing trading Blake Treinen, two other veterans

    The A’s reportedly are looking to trade three veterans. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Oakland has been discussing dealing away relief pitcher Blake Treinen, second baseman Jurickson Profar and catcher Josh Phegley. The news isn’t all that surprising, considering that all three players are potential non-tender candidates in their final year of arbitration. Treinen, 31, is projected by MLB Trade...

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  • Nov 22, 2019

    MLB free agency: Five possible left-handed outfielders A's could target

    The A’s lineup was dominated by right-handed hitters this season, with only Matt Olson swinging a left-handed bat in the middle of the order. Oakland would like to change that next year, particularly in the outfield, where Mark Canha, Stephen Piscotty, and Ramón Laureano all bat from the right side. Here are five left-handed outfield bats the A’s could...

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  • Nov 20, 2019

    MLB free agency: Five infielders A's could target this offseason

    The A’s infield appears mostly set for the 2020 season, but there are still questions to answer at second base and behind the plate. Oakland could choose to bring back Jurickson Profar and Josh Phegley, or they could instead turn to the free agent market at those positions. With that in mind, here are five infielders the A’s could...

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  • Nov 18, 2019

    MLB free agency: Five relief pitchers A's could target this offseason

    It’s no secret that the A’s need to improve their bullpen. Oakland blew 30 saves in 2019, the most of any team in the majors. With that in mind, here are five free agent relief pitchers the A’s could target this offseason: Will Harris The A’s already know Harris well from his time with the Astros. The 35-year-old has...

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  • Nov 14, 2019

    Where A's MVP finalist Marcus Semien wants to improve next season

    OAKLAND — Marcus Semien enjoyed a breakout season in 2019, in just about every area. The Oakland shortstop became the first A’s player to register a top-three finish in the AL MVP race since Miguel Tejada in 2002. “It means a lot,” Semien told NBC Sports California. “It was a very competitive field this year. I think that the game is…

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  • Nov 14, 2019

    Why A's shortstop Marcus Semien could be MVP candidate again in 2020

    Marcus Semien fell short of winning the AL MVP Award, but his third-place finish might be just the beginning. At 29 years old, the A’s shortstop still is very much in his prime and has significantly improved in each of his five seasons with Oakland. When Semien first joined the A’s at the age of 24, he was a decent...

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  • Nov 8, 2019

    A's Matt Chapman wins AL Platinum Glove Award for second straight year

    For the second straight year, Matt Chapman is the best of the best. The A’s third baseman won the AL’s Platinum Glove Award, given annually to the league’s best defensive player, regardless of position. Chapman’s 16.7 SABR Defensive Index ranking was second-best in the majors and he led the league with a 14.8 ultimate zone rating. The 26-year-old topped all...

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