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Better days could be ahead for the Athletics, largely because of an offense brimming with talent. A couple of prospective long-term core pieces — corner infielders Matt Chapman and Matt Olson — burst on the scene in 2017, providing the type of optimism that’s been missing around these parts in recent years. OAK Homepage News
The A’s will be tasked with more 40-man roster housekeeping in the coming days should they want to protect any players from next month’s Rule 5 Draft. OAK Homepage News
During a time when so much noise has been made about Chad Pinder’s versatility, sparking conversation about his Ben Zobrist-esque qualities, the A’s rookie may quietly be finding a permanent home in right field. OAK Homepage News
The A’s may be lacking star power on their roster, but there are a handful of players who could sneak their way into the mix for regular-season awards with standout performances in 2017. OAK Homepage News
The A’s need a right-handed bat. General manager David Forst admitted that last week when the club signed Rajai Davis. Slugger Mark Trumbo — a right-handed bat — needs a home with Spring Training looming. Perhaps that’s why Trumbo to the A’s would make so much sense. OAK Homepage News
Craig Taylor