"They made arguably the biggest sell-side trade at the deadline, sending Mason Miller to San Diego for a prospect package headlined by potential franchise shortstop Leo De Vries. The A's have quietly been one of the best teams in the American League for the final two months of the season. They're in for a second straight offseason focused primarily on pitching. It's not an easy task while they're in a Triple-A home ballpark that plays as one of the most hitter-friendly venues in the game."
"It appears ownership is satisfied with the direction of the rebuild. The A's extended manager Mark Kotsay last offseason on a deal that runs at least through 2028. General manager David Forst is reportedly on an expiring deal. However, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported this morning that he's in talks with owner John Fisher about his future. Rosenthal suggests he could agree to at least a two-year extension that runs up to the team's expected opening of its Las Vegas ballpark."
The Oakland A's endured an awful May that set them up for another losing season but finished strong, ranking among the best American League teams in the final two months. They traded Mason Miller to San Diego for a prospect package headlined by potential franchise shortstop Leo De Vries. The team faces a second straight offseason focused primarily on pitching while contending with a Triple-A home ballpark that favors hitters. Guaranteed commitments total $45.75MM for 2026 and $168.5MM overall. Non-tender candidates include Wynns and Waldichuk. Ownership appears satisfied with the rebuild, extended manager Mark Kotsay through 2028, and is in talks regarding GM David Forst. The offense projects well, led by Jacob Wilson, Shea Langeliers, and Tyler Soderstrom.
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