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Oakland Athletics Sign 'Custy' 3B, McPherson, to Minor League Deal.
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A's sign 3B McPherson. On Sunday (11/22/09), the A's signed Dallas McPherson to a Minor League deal. McPherson, if you remember, was a very highly touted Angels prospect who loomed dangerously ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Is Andrew Bailey The Long Term Answer
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The Oakland A's have finally gotten their closer for the future from the sensational season of this young star. Where have I heard that before? Oh Yeah, Brad Ziegler had a great 2008 season ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Here's a Thought: Reacting To Andrew Bailey's ROY Victory
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Like most sports fans, I take a lot of pride in my predictions that come true. I said the Red Sox would win the 2004 ALCS even when they were down 3-0...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Andrew Bailey Should Have Ranaway With The Rookie of The Year Award
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Andrew Bailey should have been a near unanimous selection for the American League Rookie of the Year Award. Bailey was by far the best rookie in the American League in 2009 and it's ridiculous ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
A Senior Class with Class
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Knowlin making a key reception against Brown in 2006 (CREDIT: Columbia Athletics)26 Columbia seniors will take the field for the last time at Wien Stadium this Saturday...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
ROY Andrew Bailey Just the Latest Product of Oakland Athletics' Closer Factory
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Let’s be honest; Moneyball hasn’t quite worked out over the last few years. The Oakland Athletics had gone 457-353 under Billy Beane’s leadership when Moneyball was published after the 2002 season...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Bailey, Coghlan Win ROY Awards
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Andrew Bailey has been named the 2009 AL Rookie of the Year winner after a 6-3 season with a 1.84 ERA and holding opponents to a .167 batting average. Andrew Bailey 6-3, 1.84 ERA is the winner of the AL Rookie of the Year Award...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Rookie of the Year Awards announced
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The Rookie of the Year awards were announced this afternoon and the winners are. Chris Coghlan of the Florida Marlins won it in the National League. He is a leftfielder and Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey won it in the American League...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Rookie of the Year Awards Announced
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The National League and American League Rookie of the Year Awards were handed out this afternoon. Both of which had most baseball fans asking, "who the heck is that?"The National League honors went to the Florida Marlin outfielder Chris Coghlan...Read the full article on...
A's In 2010: In Billy We Trust?
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With the Oakland A's coming off a 75-87 record, and their third straight losing season, is it time to question General Manager, Billy Beane's motives? During his time as General Manager, Billy ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Inside NMU Athletics Men's Basketball Preview
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MARQUETTE – Last Season the NMU Wildcats basketball team failed to compete at the level that head coach Dean Ellis had hoped they would. At 6-16 in the GLIAC North and 11-16 overall, the ‘Cats failed to match their goals set in the preseason...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
NMU Heads to GVSU For Game One Of GLIAC Tournament
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(To Listen to Coach Yoder’s thoughts on the season and upcoming match, click play). MARQUETTE – When the Wildcats take the court at the GVSU Fieldhouse on Wednesday the competition will be fierce...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Inside NMU Athletics Show Two: Senior Day at the Dome
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MARQUETTE – If you missed Inside NMU Athletics on 1320 WDMJ and 1240 WIAN, no need to fear! We have the show for you right here. This week our focus was on the final game for the senior class of the NMU Football team...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
A's In 2010: Power Upgrade Needed
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Last Winter, A's General Manager, Billy Beane actually went on "shopping-spree" and acquired Matt Holliday via trade with the Rockies, Jason Giambi, Orlando Cabrera and Nomar Garciaparra via free agency...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Marcus Jordan Wears Jordans, Costs UCF 3 Million
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As you may have heard, Marcus Jordan (you-know-who's son) wore a pair of Air Jordans during an exhibition against St. Leo...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Men's Hockey Weekend Preview: NMU at Ohio State
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MARQUETTE – The CCHA season got underway for the Wildcats last weekend at the Berry Event Center. After facing a tough Bemidji State squad, the Wildcats responded on the ice. Despite not being able to win a game against no...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Here's a Thought: Optimizing the Athletics' 2010 Rotation
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As the A's continue to build what they (and all of us fans) hope is going to be a dynasty that peaks in 3-7 years from now, the core of the team is going to be the starting pitching, which has ...Begin Slideshow
The Oh **** Why's are they in the Lineup All-Time Oakland A's Team
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About three months ago I wrote a slideshow that was titled "The Oakland A's All-Time Team" there was a comment that made a suggestion to make the worst everyday starters and pitchers...Begin Slideshow
How The Wave Is an Allegory For The Truth and Independence
October 24, 2009 by
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In life, many people are inclined to believe that *they* don't follow the pack, they take the road less traveled, they are independent. And so forth...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Oakland A's Fail: No Improvement In Coaching Staff For 2010
October 21, 2009 by
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The Oakland A's ended the season on a seven game losing streak. To make matters worse is the fact that September was the only month of the season that the A's actually had a winning record under the direction of manager Bob Geren...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Death From Above: The Mariners' Dominance Of The 09 Athletics.
October 21, 2009 by
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Vancouver Canadians Announce New GM
October 20, 2009 by
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The Vancouver Canadians, single-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics continue to make changes from within. The departure of former general manager Andrew Seymour, who recently took a position ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Oakland A's Keeping Bob Geren: The Worst Man for the Job?
October 13, 2009 by
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I received the news as most others seem to receive news these days—via an online social network. According to the A's Facebook fan page status update, what Oakland loyalists had suspected ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Oakland A's In 2010, Something to Look Forward to
October 09, 2009 by
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"They can't score!" That's what my friend told me one day during an Oakland A's game in August. And although for the most part that's a valid point, the A's did improve slightly in the second half of this season...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Here's a Thought: Examining Ryan Sweeney
October 09, 2009 by
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In my last article, I evaluated one speedy Oakland center fielder, Rajai Davis. Now, I'll look at the other one, Ryan Sweeney. STATISTICAL EVALUATION: Sweeney has performed similarly the last two years, hitting ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
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