A’s 2018 bullpen off on right foot, seeking lefty
Craig TaylorThe A’s sought to improve their bullpen this offseason, a chore they took on with might following a disastrous relief showing in 2017. OAK Homepage News
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A’s avoid arbitration with 5; Graveman pending
The A’s have come to terms on one-year contracts with shortstop Marcus Semien, catcher Josh Phegley and relievers Blake Treinen, Chris Hatcher and Liam Hendriks. OAK Homepage News
Former A’s fan favorite Braden joins broadcast
Beloved A’s alumnus Dallas Braden is the latest former player to join the club’s broadcast team, with plans in place for the left-hander to be featured in 35 telecasts as a color commentator during the 2018 season. OAK Homepage News
Davis, A’s reach 1-year, $10.5M agreement
The A’s announced Wednesday that they’ve reached an one-year agreement with slugger Khris Davis to avoid arbitration, two days before the deadline for clubs and arbitration-eligible players to exchange salary figures. The deal is worth $ 10.5 million, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. OAK Homepage News
New Prolight 59Fifty Spring Training caps are in
New Era unveiled the new PROLIGHT 59FIFTY that players will be wearing this spring, a fitted cap featuring a new featherweight polyester material that is the lightest on-field fabric in MLB history. OAK Homepage News