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Oakland A's Prospect Profile: Collin Cowgill

Posted December 21, 2011 on athletics.scout.com
PLAYERS: David DeJesus,  Josh Willingham,  Coco Crisp,  Collin Cowgill
TEAMS: Chicago Cubs,  Minnesota Twins,  Oakland Athletics

With David DeJesus and Josh Willingham already signed by other clubs and Coco Crisp expected to sign elsewhere, the Oakland A's will be looking at a whole new outfield in 2012. The newly acquired Collin Cowgill will be one of the players competing this spring for a chance at a starting role in the A's outfield. We take a closer look at the former D-Backs' prospect.
Original Story: http://athletics.scout.com/2/1141050....
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