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Giants, A's on ESPN's top 10 teams list
Baseball executives from around the league feel the two Bay Area teams are amongst the best in the game right now.
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A's want five-year deal to stay at O.co Coliseum
The Athletics could be without a place to play in 2014 if they do not agree to a new lease.
A's introduce Nakajima
Oakland signed Japanese shortstop Hiroyuki Nakajima to a two-year, $6.5 million contract
A's check in at No. 5 in offseason power rankings
Offseason MLB power rankings are out and the Athletics checked in at No. 5.
A's trade Collin Cowgill to Mets
The Oakland A's have traded outfielder Collin Cowgill to the New York Mets for minor-league third baseman Jefry Marte, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.
Formal announcement on Nakajima to come Tuesday
The Oakland A's plan to introduce the Japanese star on Tuesday, according to sources.
A's pitchers get in charity work this offseason
The Oakland A's Community Fund helps the team raise funds and awareness for worth causes, and recently pitchers Ryan Cook and Sean Doolittle were helping raise money, entertain kids and get the word out.
A's lose Rosario to waivers
Twelve days after trading a player to be named later to the Red Sox for right-hander Sandy Rosario, the A's lost Rosario when he was claimed by Boston on Monday.
Players, fans react to Brandon McCarthy leaving
McCarthy is one of the more liked players around baseball. He signed with the Diamondbacks on Friday.
A's send Graham Godfrey to Red Sox
Graham completes a deal that brought pitcher Sandy Rosario to Oakland in November.
Stephen Drew still high on Athletics' list
The Athletics are looking to bring back Stephen Drew after the shortstop provided some solid production following his mid-season acquisition.
Athletics taking their time with shortstop hunt
The Athletics are still evaluating their options in the hunt for a shortstop and don't expect to have a deal in place by the end of the Winter Meetings.
A's don't get Yunel Escobar
Miami shortstop Yunel Escobar, a reported A's target, is on his way to Tampa Bay. Stephen Drew continues to be a possibility for Oakland at shortstop next season.
A's targeting Japanese shortstop Nakajima?
The Oakland A's might be interested in veteran Japanese shortstop Hiroyuki Nakajima, according to a report.
A's still considering bringing back Stephen Drew
The Oakland Athletics are in the market for a shortstop and will try to bring back Stephen Drew at a reasonable price.
A's target shortstops
Billy Beane and the Oakland Athletics are looking for a shortstop like Stephen Drew or Hiroyuki Nakajima.
Diamondbacks eying starter McCarthy
The Arizona Diamondbacks are looking to bolster their starting rotation by possibly adding Brandon McCarthy, who will have a normal offseason after having brain surgery.
Yankees steal from Athletics
But they do it in a legal way as the Yankees claimed recently DFA'd pitcher Jim Miller on Friday.
A's acquire reliever Chris Resop from Pirates
The Athletics made a move to potentially improve their bullpen on Friday.
A's sign Daric Barton to one-year deal
Barton could earn nearly $1.5 million if he has a strong 2013 season.
Neshek re-signs with A's
Righty reliever Pat Neshek has avoided arbitration by signing with the Oakland Athletics on a one-year deal.
A's send Brandon Hicks to Mets
The Oakland A's dealt shortstop Brandon Hicks to the Mets on Monday.
McCarthy to begin throwing again in December
After suffering an epidural hemorrhage, Brandon McCarthy will begin throwing again in December.
Athletics add four to 40-man roster
The Oakland Athletics added four players to their 40-man roster to protect them from the Dec. 6 Rule 5 draft.
Gomes nearing a deal with Red Sox
Former A's outfielder and designated hitter Jonny Gomes is in negotiations on a two-year deal with Boston
A's trade Tyson Ross to Padres
The Oakland Athletics have traded right-handed pitcher Tyson Ross as part of a four-player deal with the San Diego Padres.
Brandon McCarthy cleared following horrific injury
A's right hander Brandon McCarthy has been cleared by doctors after suffering a horrific head injury last season and is set to resume his career after undergoing extensive testing.
A's Melvin named AL Manager of the Year
On Tuesday, the Oakland A's Bob Melvin was named the AL Manager of the Year. He won the award by edging out Baltimore's Buck Showalter.
Yoenis Cespedes comes in second in AL ROY voting
There wasn't really any doubt Mike Trout would win, but the A's outfielder came in a clear second place, with fellow teammate Jarrod Parker coming in fifth with one vote.
Beane named MLB Executive of the Year by peers
Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane has been selected by his peers as the Sporting News Major League baseball Executive of the Year, according to a report. The 50-year-old Beane masterminded the A's remarkable turnaround in 2012.
A's manager Melvin named AL MOY finalist
Oakland A's manager Bob Melvin could be rewarded next week for his role in leading the A's into the postseason against all odds.
A's Yoenis Cespedes a finalist for AL ROY
Cuban rookie sensation Yoenis Cespedes has been named a finalist for the American League Rookie of the Year.
A's sign Bartolo Colon to one-year deal
The Oakland A's have come to terms with Bartolo Colon on new deal, signing the currently suspended pitcher to a one-year contract.