xA's pitcher Joey Devine had to be an optimist and a realist during a roller coaster season -- one which followed two years worth of Tommy John rehab -- that included command issues, back spasms and ended with a lengthy stint in the Minors.
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October 14, 2011
The other day I found several alarming quotes from players who were managed by Bob Geren. Now there are always two sides to every story, in fact Geren got the job because Oakland players were fed up with Ken Macha. They say losing brings out the worst in players, what may have been called eccentric when there was hope turns into poor communication when your losing. Athletics...
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October 13, 2011
As the Athletics await resolution on their stadium situation, they’ll look to restore outfield depth and improve their weak offense.
Guaranteed Contracts
Trevor Cahill, SP: $29.8MM through 2015
Kurt Suzuki, C: $12.176MM through 2013
Brett Anderson, SP: $10.5MM through 2013
Brian Fuentes, RP: $5.5MM through 2012
Grant Balfour, RP: $4.35MM through...
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October 14, 2011
Bob Geren, the former manager of the Oakland Athletics, will replace Ken Oberkfell.
Via New York Times Sports
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October 14, 2011
Bob Geren, the former manager of the Oakland Athletics, will replace Ken Oberkfell.
Via New York Times Sports
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October 14, 2011
Bob Geren, the former manager of the Oakland Athletics, will replace Ken Oberkfell.
Via New York Times Sports
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October 14, 2011
The “Moneyball” guru Billy Beane has found hard times, but the concept lives on. Shrewd management has helped the Brewers, Cardinals, Rangers and Tigers thrive.
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October 15, 2011
With all due respect to Billy Beane - who has just signed to play the role of Brad Pitt in a movie about the making of "Moneyball" - the 2002 A's were not the first moneyball team in the East Bay, nor the moneyball-iest....
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