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The Open Competition for the A’s Utility Infielder Position

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A’s Ink Manny Ramirez To Minor League Deal

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Spring Training Storylines – Sean Doolittle

February 22, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; "I got $100 I can thorw a baseball over that mountain." -Dallas Braden Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-US PRESSWIRESpring Training Storylines – Sean Doolittle - Swingin' A's - Swingin' A's - An ...

Swingin’ A’s Weekly Recap: February 11th-18th

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Crystal Ball: Will The A’s Move To San Jose?

Billy Beane's decision to stay with the A's through 2019 shines some light on the whole San Jose situation. Mandatory Credit: Jason O. Watson-US PRESSWIRECrystal Ball: Will The A’s Move To San Jose? - Swingin' A's -

Triple Play: Chris Carter’s fate in 2012

Young slugger Chris Carter used to look like the future of the A's offense but now his career in Oakland is a big question mark with a roster suddenly stocked with other outfield, first base and DH candidates. (Photo credit: ...

Pitchers and Pythags

July 9, 2011; Arlington, TX, USA; "I tell you Ron, I have no idea what my rotation is going to be." Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-US PRESSWIREPitchers and Pythags - Swingin' A's - Swingin' A's - An Oakland ...

A’s 2012 Top 10 Prospects, #7: Chris Carter

July 1, 2011; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics first baseman Chris Carter (22) at bat during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at O.co Coliseum. The Athletics defeated the Diamondbacks 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-US PRESSWIRE Every Thursday, Swingin’ ...

A’s 2012 Top 10 Prospects, #8: Michael Taylor

September 21, 2011; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics center fielder Michael Taylor (23) at bat against the Texas Rangers during the third inning at O.co Coliseum. Texas defeated Oakland 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Jason O. Watson-US PRESSWIRE Every Thursday, Swingin’ A’s ...

Grading The A’s Offseason

Jul. 8, 2008; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane before the game against the Seattle Mariners at McAfee Coliseum in Oakland, CA. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-US PRESSWIRE The A’s will certainly not enter spring as contenders for ...

No Thanks, We Already Gave At The Office

After spending last night listening to babble about how the Sox were never actually serious contenders in the Cespedes sweepstakes, this morning I woke up to reports that we’ve missed out on yet another Cuban defector, this time to our ...

No Thanks, We Already Gave At The Office

After spending last night listening to babble about how the Sox were never actually serious contenders in the Cespedes sweepstakes, this morning I woke up to reports that we’ve missed out on yet another Cuban defector, this time to our ...

A’s Sign Cuban Star Yoenis Cespedes

March 18, 2009; San Diego, CA, USA; Cuba center fielder Yoennis Cespedes (51) runs into third base following a stand-up triple during the sixth inning in the second round of the World Baseball Classic against Japan at Petco Park in ...

KNEE-JERK REACTION: YOENIS CESPEDES IN OAKLAND

There are special moments for thoughtful reflection about new developments with the Oakland A’s … and then there are moments like these where I only have time for a quick post.  In an offseason full of disappointment and frustration for ...

Yoenis Cespedes to Oakland

That whole Cespedes to Florida thing? Yeah, ex that. According to Susan Slusser the A’s have actually agreed to terms with the Cuban defector to the tune of 4 years $36 … [visit site to read more] Yoenis Cespedes ...

What Is In A Projection – Part 1 – Hitters

This is the first part of a two-part series in which we look at the 2012 season for the Athletics. Today we look at the hitters, tomorrow we tackle the pitchers and possible number of wins. Spring  Training is just around ...

Swingin’ A’s Weekly Recap: February 4th-10th

September 21, 2011; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane at a press conference before the game against the Texas Rangers at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jason O. Watson-US PRESSWIRE It wasn’t a particularly interesting week for the ...

Manny Ramirez and a world of possibilities

Rumor has it that Manny Ramirez could be headed to Oakland. There are plenty of pros and cons to Manny being Manny in green and gold and there are also some out-of-the-box alternatives if general manager Billy Beane is determined ...

MLB Fan Cave 2012 A’s Fan Finalist

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Crystal Ball: Who Will Oakland’s DH In 2012?

Sep 26, 2011; Seattle, WA, USA; Oakland Athletics first baseman Chris Carter (22) waits for the pitch during the game against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field. Seattle defeated Oakland 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-US PRESSWIRE Every Friday, Swingin’ A’s ...

Rich Harden Will Miss 2012 Season

September 5, 2011; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Rich Harden (18) walks off the field after the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-US PRESSWIRE According to a report issued by ...

A’s 2012 Top 10 Prospects, #9: Derek Norris

Oct. 27, 2010; Mesa, AZ, USA; Scottsdale Scorpions catcher Derek Norris prior to the game against the Mesa Solar Sox at Hohokam Park. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-US PRESSWIRE Every Thursday, Swingin’ A’s will unveil a top Oakland A’s prospect. ...

Rumors: A’s Extend Billy Beane Through 2019

December 14, 2010; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane addresses the media during a press conference following designated hitter Hideki Matsui (not pictured) signing with the Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-US PRESSWIRE It ...

Adrian Cardenas Claimed Off Waivers By Cubs

Feb 24, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Adrian Cardenas (6) poses for a picture during photo day at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-US PRESSWIRE Say goodbye to Adrian Cardenas, A’s fans. The Chicago Cubs reportedly ...

A’s Interested In Magglio Ordonez?

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The Padres Have a 10% Chance of Losing 100 Games

Gary A. Vasquez-US PRESSWIRE According to Dan Szymborski of ESPN, as covered in an article by Christina Kahrl, the Padres are among nine teams with at least a 10% chance of losing 100 games.  This is interesting based on the teams included.  Each ...

A’s 2012 Top 10 Prospects, #10: Grant Green

Every Thursday, Swingin’ A’s will unveil a top Oakland A’s prospect. Starting from number 10 and finishing with number 1, be sure to stop by every Thursday to see who makes the list of the Top 10 Oakland A’s prospects. ...

Enough of the hot stove, bring on spring training

Taking a moment to look back, look ahead, and fire off some random observations as I turn the page on the calendar to February.  I’ll keep this month’s installment shorter than usual since I’m sick as a dog and the ...

Poll: Does Lew Wolff Really Care?

July 23, 2010; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland A The start of spring training is getting closer, but is your enthusiasm level at an all-time low like mine? Do you find yourself frustrated by the fact that the A’s are doomed ...

Minor League Minute: Cardenas, Parker, & More!!

Sep 26, 2011; Seattle, WA, USA; Oakland Athletics first baseman Chris Carter (22) waits for the pitch during the game against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field. Seattle defeated Oakland 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-US PRESSWIRE As most of you ...

A’s Video Link

The A’s enter this season as huge underdogs in the stacked AL West, but there was a time when the A’s were considered dark horses to take the west. Last year, in fact, was supposed to be the year for ...

Who’s Your Opening Day Starter?

Sep 26, 2011; Seattle, WA, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Brandon McCarthy (32) pitches to the Seattle Mariners in the 1st inning at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-US PRESSWIRE Well, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, A’s manager Bob ...

A’s Designate Adrian Cardenas For Assignment

Feb 24, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Adrian Cardenas (6) poses for a picture during photo day at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-US PRESSWIRE The A’s designated Adrian Cardenas for assignment on Thursday after the ...

Crystal Ball: Will Manny Join The A’s In 2012?

April 6, 2011; St. Petersburg, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Manny Ramirez (24) reacts after he hit a pop fly for an out during the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Tropicana Field. The Los Angeles Angels ...

Low Risk In Signing Jonny Gomes

August 24, 2011; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Jonny Gomes (30) looks at his bat between pitches in the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Evan Habeeb-US PRESSWIRE The A’s have made quite a few ...

What’s An A’s Fan To Do?

Not even this guy likes the A's these days...(Photo Credit: Swingin' A's) Prince Fielder just signed with the Detroit Tigers. What have the A’s done lately? Oh, nothing much. They traded away several of their most talented players in an ...

A’s Interested In Manny Ramirez?

Manny In Oakland? (Photo Credit: AP Photo) According to recent rumors, the A’s seem to be interested in signing free agent Manny Ramirez for the 2012 season. Weird, huh? That’s what I initially thought, too. The A’s, a team that ...

The Padres and Cody Ross

As Cody Ross wades through the free agent market, searching for a suitor who will match his requirements and provide him the security he needs, I thought it would be interesting to take a look back at a player who ...

Crystal Ball: Who Will Be Oakland’s Closer In 2012?

Could Brian Fuentes Be Oakland's Closer in 2012? (Photo Credit: AP) Every Friday, Swingin’ A’s will make a prediction about the A’s 2012 season with the help of our “crystal ball.” The series, appropriately titled “Crystal Ball Fridays,” will continue ...

A Closer Look: Raul Alcantara

Over the next couple of days Swingin’ A’s will take a closer look at some of the prospects the Athletics scored in the Trevor Cahill, Gio Gonzalez, and Andrew Bailey trades. We continue our overview with right-handed pitcher Raul Alcantara.  The A’s love pitching. They really do. ...

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