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Managing Editor of A’s on SI and Stanford on SI
After a tremendous first pro season, Gage Jump is seen as the A's best candidate to win AL Rookie of the Year in 2026
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Lefty Prospect Seen as A's Best Rookie of the Year Candidate
Could the A's go back-to-back on American League Rookie of the Year winners?
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/prospects/lefty-prospect-seen-as-a-s-best-rookie-of-the-year-candidate
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Stanford's head coach announcement appears to be looming
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Stanford Football Head Coach Announcement Could be Looming
We now have some insight into when Stanford will be announcing the program's next head coach
https://www.si.com/college/stanford/football/stanford-football-head-coach-announcement-could-be-looming
2 days ago
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5 ranked A’s prospects that need to be protected ahead of 40-man deadline
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A's Ranked Prospects That Need to be Protected Ahead of 40-Man Deadline
Two prospects that were acquired at the Trade Deadline, and another that has been handed a J-Rod comp headline the A's decisions for next week
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/prospects/a-s-ranked-prospects-that-need-to-be-protected-ahead-of-40-man-deadline
5 days ago
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The A’s lost 24 minor leaguers to free agency
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A's Lose 24 Minor Leaguers to Free Agency
The Athletics are losing a number of depth pieces in the high minors to begin this winter.
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/news/a-s-lose-24-minor-leaguers-to-free-agency
7 days ago
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Ranked five A’s extension candidates, and came up with what those extensions could look like.
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Ranking A's Extension Candidates From Kurtz to Clarke
The Athletics have a number of extension candidates, but which are the most likely to sign?
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/news/ranking-a-s-extension-candidates-from-kurtz-to-clarke
20 days ago
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Once a trade pickup of the A’s, now Will Klein is a World Series legend.
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Former A's Trade Piece Just Became a Legend for the Los Angeles Dodgers
The A's thought they had something special when they acquired him. Turns out they were right, and he just showed why with the Los Angeles Dodgers
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/news/former-a-s-trade-piece-just-became-a-legend-for-the-los-angeles-dodgers
21 days ago
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One pitcher that could fit a couple of different roles for the A's (and wouldn't cost too much!)
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Insider Hints Yankees Pitcher Could Be on A’s Radar This Offseason
The move would make sense for the A's for a couple of reasons
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/onsi/news/insider-hints-yankees-pitcher-could-be-on-a-s-radar-this-offseason
23 days ago
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The A’s could solve a lot of their offseason shopping needs with one move.
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Why the A’s Should Put Their Top Prospect on the Table for Reds' Hunter Greene
Landing Hunter Greene would solve a lot of the A's problems, while providing the Cincinnati Reds with a couple of key bats
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/why-the-a-s-should-put-their-top-prospect-on-the-table-for-reds-hunter-greene
25 days ago
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One underrated trade has become the A's best since 2020
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How One Underrated Deal Became the A’s Best Trade Since 2020
There are a number of contenders for the A's best recent trade, but only one is the right answer
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/how-one-underrated-deal-became-the-a-s-best-trade-since-2020
26 days ago
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Lourdes Gurriel Jr. tied the game with a two-run home run against a 103.9 mph fastball from Mason Miller. That is the fastest pitch any player has homered against in the pitch-tracking era (since 2008).
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Yesterday, A’s fans were saying they thought things were supposed to be different when the team left Oakland. A’s GM David Forst on why moving Mason Miller is not like old times.
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A's GM Assures Fans the Mason Miller Trade is Not Like Old Times
The Athletics made a very familiar trade to their fans during Thursday's trade deadline, but David Forst wanted to assure fans that trading Mason Miller is not
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/prospects/a-s-gm-assures-fans-the-mason-miller-trade-is-not-like-old-times
4 months ago
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Talked to Mason Miller about the trade rumors swirling around him today, a return to starting (?), and the communication with the front office during this whole process.
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A's Closer Mason Miller on Trade Rumors Swirling Around Him
The A's closer has been mentioned in numerous rumors the past two MLB Trade Deadlines.
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/a-s-closer-mason-miller-on-trade-rumors-swirling-around-him
4 months ago
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A’s top pick gets Top-100 ranking.
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A's Top Pick Ranked Among MLB's Top-100 Prospects
A's draftee Jamie Arnold out of FSU has been ranked among MLB's Top-100 prospects
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/prospects/a-s-top-pick-ranked-among-mlb-s-top-100-prospects
4 months ago
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Nick Kurtz had an all-timer last night.
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Nick Kurtz May Have Just Had the Best Offensive Game in MLB History
Nick Kurtz had quietly been one of the most exciting players in baseball since his arrival. On Friday night against the Houston Astros, he turned up the volume
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/nick-kurtz-may-have-just-had-the-best-offensive-game-in-mlb-history
4 months ago
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Nick Kurtz is well on his way to being the best offensive first baseman in baseball.
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Nick Kurtz is Charging His Way to Being Baseball's Best First Baseman
A's first baseman Nick Kurtz is already one of the best offensive first basemen in MLB
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/nick-kurtz-is-charging-his-way-to-being-baseball-s-best-first-baseman
4 months ago
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It wouldn’t be surprising to see the A’s clear up some spots on the 40-man at the deadline. Here are three “sweeteners” that could be on the move.
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A's May Clear Up 40-Man Roster This Trade Deadline
The Athletics are going to be sellers at the trade deadline, though if they had to choose a more indirect path, they'd go with 'buying and selling' at the same
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-may-clear-up-40-man-roster-this-trade-deadline
4 months ago
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I wonder why baseball doesn’t resonate with a younger fanbase. Instead of doing a fun thing like a swing off, they’re like “well this guy it it the same distance but like an inch further.”
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4 months ago
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A's picks on day two thus far: 4 - Gavin Turley, OF 5 - Zane Taylor, RHP 6 - Grant Richardson, LHP Richardson had been teammates with Jacob Wilson at Grand Canyon in 2023. Missed 2025 due to Tommy John surgery.
4 months ago
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Talked to Luis Severino about speaking up and his recent conversation with A’s GM David Forst
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A's Luis Severino on Speaking Up, Conversation with David Forst
The highest-paid player in A's franchise history, Luis Severino, has been written about plenty this season due to his poor performance at home and his comments
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-luis-severino-on-speaking-up-conversation-with-david-forst
4 months ago
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Jeffrey Springs was listed as a potential fit for the Toronto Blue Jays at the Trade Deadline, but should the A's even consider trading him?
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Toronto Blue Jays Projected as Fit For A's Lefty
The Toronto Blue Jays could use some pitching depth as they look to return to the postseason after missing the party last season. At 54-39, they sit atop the cr
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/toronto-blue-jays-projected-fit-for-a-s-lefty
4 months ago
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A's DH Brent Rooker is ready for the Home Run Derby and its new format
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A's DH Brent Rooker Ready for Monday's Home Run Derby
Athletics All-Star Brent Rooker is always swinging for the fences. On Monday, he'll put on a show
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-dh-brent-rooker-ready-for-monday-s-home-run-derby
4 months ago
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Stanford on SI
4 months ago
Maxime Raynaud hinted at a new level to his game that he’s looking forward to showing Kings fans.
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Sacramento Kings Rookie on an Added Skill to His Game
Former Stanford Cardinal Maxime Raynaud recently spoke about a dormant skill to his game that he's ready to unleash with the Sacramento Kings
https://www.si.com/college/stanford/cardinal-in-the-nba/sacramento-kings-rookie-on-an-added-skill-his-game
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A's hammer Braves at home
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A's Offense Smothers Atlanta Braves in Opener
Lawrence Butler slugged a pair of homers and Nick Kurtz notched his first career grand slam against the Atlanta Braves
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-offense-smothers-atlanta-braves-opener
4 months ago
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Left hand contusion for Jacob Wilson, who left tonight’s game in the first after being hit by a pitch.
4 months ago
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Said this morning to watch out for Lawrence Butler this series
www.si.com/mlb/athletic...
4 months ago
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The Kings have also announced the signings of Dylan Cardwell and Isaiah Steven’s to two-way deals.
4 months ago
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The Sacramento Kings have officially announced the signing of Drew Eubanks.
4 months ago
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Brent Rooker wants to be in the Home Run Derby.
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A's Brent Rooker Wants to be in the Home Run Derby
A's slugger Brent Rooker would love to be a part of the 2025 Home Run Derby in Atlanta
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-brent-rooker-wants-to-be-in-home-run-derby
4 months ago
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Craig Calcaterra
5 months ago
In today's newsletter: don't believe a thing you've read about the A's "new stadium" in Las Vegas. It's all just eyewash. Nothing has happened on that site and nothing is likely to happen any time soon. John Fisher and Rob Manfred think you're an idiot.
www.cupofcoffeenews.com/cup-of-coffe...
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Yesterday's groundbreaking ceremony in Las Vegas was missing some spectacle.
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The A's Las Vegas Groundbreaking Ceremony Had a Different Feel Than Expected
The Athletics groundbreaking ceremony was supposed to serve as a statement, but instead left the typical questions unanswered
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/the-a-s-las-vegas-groundbreaking-ceremony-had-different-feel-than-expected
5 months ago
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The A’s “reverse boycott” game is missing from MLB’s streaming service.
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A's 'Reverse Boycott' Game is Missing From Streaming
Yesterday, Friday, June 13, was the two-year anniversary of the 'Reverse Boycott' game at the Oakland Coliseum, where the Oakland Athletics took on the Tampa Ba
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/a-s-reverse-boycott-game-is-missing-from-streaming
5 months ago
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Last Dive Bar
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Via
@jasonburke.bsky.social
of SI: “Yesterday was the two-year anniversary of the "reverse boycott" at the Oakland Coliseum, but it's not available to re-watch.” 🔗:
www.si.com/mlb/athletic...
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A's 'Reverse Boycott' Game is Missing From Streaming
Yesterday, Friday, June 13, was the two-year anniversary of the 'Reverse Boycott' game at the Oakland Coliseum, where the Oakland Athletics took on the Tampa Ba
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/a-s-reverse-boycott-game-is-missing-from-streaming
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Denzel Clarke added his name to the list of A’s all-time defensive plays at Angel Stadium, joining Yoenis Céspedes and Ramón Laureano.
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A's Have a Knack For All-Time Defense at Angel Stadium--But Which is the Best?
Last night, Athletics rookie centerfielder Denzel Clarke made yet another jaw-dropping catch, robbing Nolan Schanuel over a home run. It was so great that nine-
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-have-a-knack-for-all-time-defense-at-angel-stadium-but-which-is-the
5 months ago
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The A’s have set a date for their groundbreaking ceremony in Las Vegas
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A's Groundbreaking Ceremony in Las Vegas Gets a Date
The A's are set to hold a groundbreaking ceremony in Las Vegas later this month
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/a-s-groundbreaking-ceremony-in-las-vegas-gets-a-date
5 months ago
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A's hoping Wynns adds wins
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A's Add Wynns From Cincinnati Reds
The Athletics have announced the addition of catcher Austin Wynns from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations. To make room on the 40-man roste
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-add-wynns-from-cincinnati-reds
5 months ago
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The A’s are facing the Orioles at the wrong time.
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A's Facing Baltimore Orioles at the Wrong Time
The Baltimore Orioles and Athletics have similar records, but the O's are thriving at the moment, while the A's just notched their second win in three weeks.
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-facing-baltimore-orioles-at-the-wrong-time
6 months ago
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Stone Cold Crazy
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6 months ago
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Justin Sterner just keeps tossing up zeroes.
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A's Waiver Claim From Tampa Bay Rays Yet to Allow a Run in 2025
It's hard to have a bad outing when your entrance music is Audioslave's 'Gasoline.' At least, that's been the case for A's reliever Justin Sterner, who was clai
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/a-s-waiver-claim-from-tampa-bay-rays-yet-to-allow-a-run-in-2025-01jsr9xabk39
7 months ago
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Mitch Spence has a new role in the A's bullpen
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Former New York Yankees Prospect Has New Role in A's Bullpen
The A's selected right-hander Mitch Spence with the first overall pick in the 2023 Rule 5 Draft out of the New York Yankees system. He began the 2024 campaign a
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/former-new-york-yankees-prospect-has-new-role-in-a-s-bullpen-01jsrf081kqg
7 months ago
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Zack Gelof is expected to begin a rehab assignment early next week.
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Zack Gelof Expected to Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week
Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof has yet to play this season after suffering a right wrist injury late in camp. He's had surgery, is on the mend, and is appr
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/zack-gelof-expected-to-begin-rehab-assignment-next-week-01jsn26jz1hr
7 months ago
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J.T. Ginn is off to a hot start in Las Vegas, and he may be a better fit for the A’s rotation before long.
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Former New York Mets Prospect May be Ready to Join A's Rotation Soon
After getting absolutely hammered in their first home series in Sacramento and outscored 35-9 by the Chicago Cubs over three games, the Athletics may look to ma
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/prospects/former-new-york-mets-prospect-may-be-ready-to-join-a-s-rotation-soon-01jqznrv8ha2
8 months ago
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A’s attendance drops in game two of Sacramento stay.
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A's Attendance Drops in Game Two of Sacramento Stay
The Athletics are expected to sell out of most of their home games this season, given that the capacity of the ballpark is right around 14,000 and this is a Maj
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/a-s-attendance-drops-in-game-two-of-sacramento-stay-01jqtq3atphx
8 months ago
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We just witnessed Maximum Muncy
8 months ago
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Muncy hits first MLB homer, Springs shines in A’s win.
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Max Muncy Goes Deep, Springs Shines, and A's Beat M's
Before the season began, we talked about the importance of the first series the Athletics would play against the Seattle Mariners. Not because they need to get
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/max-muncy-goes-deep-springs-shines-and-a-s-beat-m-s-01jqg55wybej
8 months ago
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The Athletics have officially placed Zack Gelof and Michel Otañez on the IL. Last year's first-round pick, Nick Kurtz, has been assigned to Triple-A Las Vegas.
8 months ago
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Shea Langeliers is having an interesting spring. He could be set to take another step forward in 2025.
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Former Atlanta Braves Prospect Ready to Reach New Heights with A's?
Back in March of 2022, right after the MLB lockout ended, the A's traded Matt Olson to the Atlanta Braves for a package that was headlined by catcher Shea Lange
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/former-atlanta-braves-prospect-ready-to-reach-new-heights-with-a-s-01jpvjh9rqb1
8 months ago
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Who should start the A's home opener in Sacramento? It looks like they have two options.
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Who Should Start A's Home Opener in Sacramento Against Chicago Cubs?
On Wednesday, the Athletics announced their starting rotation to begin the 2025 campaign, rolling with Luis Severino in the season opener, and then Jeffrey Spri
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/news/who-should-start-a-s-home-opener-in-sacramento-against-chicago-cubs-01jps1nat5nz
8 months ago
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Brent Rooker hitting .303 in back-to-back renderings.
9 months ago
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The Athletics have a new president
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Former Las Vegas Raiders President Lands Same Role with Athletics
The Athletics have a new president, and it's Marc Badain, who was instrumental in helping land the Raiders in Las Vegas. He has three decades worth of experienc
https://www.si.com/mlb/athletics/relocation/former-las-vegas-raiders-president-lands-same-role-with-athletics-01jnpkve02ft
9 months ago
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