Oakland Athletics: Who Was the 2015 A’s MVP?
Jun 13, 2015; Anaheim, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics designated hitter Billy Butler (16) in the dugout during the eighth inning of the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Angels won 1-0. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Danny Martinez: When you finish with the worst record in the American League and a 20-game win drop off from last year, no one deserves to win MVP for the A’s. This is the third time in Oakland history that the A’s have finished with the worst record in the AL. This was a rebuilding and experimental year that ended in disaster. Charlie Finley and Charlie O are rolling in their graves. Rest their sweet souls.
Having the second worst record in one run games means that with an improved bullpen for next year, things can turn around quickly. Key players for next year gained valuable experience like Canha, Semien, Lawrie, Dull, Graveman and Burns. Doolittle will also have confidence going into next year as he returns fully healthy as the A’s closer.
The future looks bright for the A’s, but this will be a season to forget. Let’s go Oakland.
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Canha? Vogt? Burns? Reddick? Someone else, or no one at all? You tell us who the 2015 Oakland Athletics’ MVP should be. Vote in our fan poll and share your opinion in the comments below.