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Elephant Rumblings: A's lose three prospects in Rule 5 Draft

Fri, 2023-12-08 07:00

The A's got the top pick in the Rule 5 Draft this week, selecting pitcher Mitch Spence at the outset of the Major League phase of the proceedings. From there, they rather uncharacteristically sat out the minor league phase of the draft, resulting in a net loss of prospects on Wednesday. Jason Burke at SI.com noted the A's passivity with puzzlement. There is no such requirement for players taken in the minor league phase.

Scott Boras blasts Athletics owner, MLB over Las Vegas relocation

Thu, 2023-12-07 20:35

Scott Boras made it known he's not a fan of the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas. Calling out owner John Fisher, the renowned agent let his thoughts be heard during an interview with the San Francisco Chronicle. “Sports are personal,” said Boras. Among the multitude of players Boras represents, four are currently with the A's: Paul Blackburn, Shea Langeliers, Zack Gelof, and JJ Bleday.

2023 Athletics Season in Review: Joe Boyle

Thu, 2023-12-07 10:00

In a fairly under-the-radar trade deadline move, the Oakland A's may have stumbled upon the best prospect they've acquired in their rebuild. Joe Boyle's elite stuff has so far been held back by poor command, but he made big strides after he joining the A's, which could make him the organization's best shot at having a frontline starter going forward. With the A's 2023 season down the drain by the end of April and very few tradable players, Oakland's best chance at getting some prospect value was Sam Moll, who'd thrown 91 1⁄3 innings with a 3.65 ERA and solid strikeout numbers since 2021. The A's somehow got the Cincinnati Reds to exchange a big young talent — with plenty of questions, of course — in Boyle for Moll's services.

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