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MESA, AZ - FEBRUARY 20: Jorge Mateo #57 of the Oakland Athletics goes through running drills during a spring training workout at Fitch Park on February 20, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jorge Mateo

Extra innings rules provide a role for Jorge Mateo

A.J. Puk set to begin 2020 campaign in Oakland A’s rotation

Oakland A’s: Expect more players kneeling in 2020

Oakland A’s rethinking radio silence in wake of pandemic

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 01: Jake Diekman #35 of the Oakland Athletics in action against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 01, 2019 in New York City. The Yankees defeated the A's 5-4. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Jake Diekman: The battle between competing and safety

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 29: Matt Olson #28 of the Oakland Athletics signs autographs for fans before an exhibition game against the Cleveland Indians at Las Vegas Ballpark on February 29, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Athletics defeated the Indians 8-6. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s not likely to have fans at park this year

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 28: Relief pitcher Jesus Luzardo #44 of the Oakland Athletics reacts after the final out of a game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on September 28, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. The Athletics won 1-0. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s: Four weeks can mean an extra year of Jesus Luzardo

Oakland A’s finally find a use for the Oakland Raiders

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Matt Chapman #26 of the Oakland Athletics runs on the field prior to the game against the Texas Rangers at Ring Central Coliseum on September 20, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)

Matt Chapman missing out on first season of his prime

4 Mar 2001: Manager Art Howe of the Oakland Athletics looks on during Spring Training Game against the Anaheim Angels at Tempe Diablo Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. The A's defeated the Angels 4-2.Mandatory Credit: Jeff Gross /Allsport

Former Oakland A’s manager Art Howe gets his wish for season

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 07: A.J. Puk #31 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Detroit Tigers during the seventh inning at the RingCentral Coliseum on September 7, 2019 in Oakland, California. The Oakland Athletics defeated the Detroit Tigers 10-2. (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s simulated season highlights concerns with A.J. Puk

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 07: General view of a faulty light tower in left field before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Cincinnati Reds at the Oakland Coliseum on May 7, 2019 in Oakland, California. The Oakland Athletics defeated the Cincinnati Reds 2-0. (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s may not need to move for a new stadium

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - JUNE 12: Pitcher Straily Dan #58 of Lotte Giants throws the bottom of the first inning during the KBO League game between Lotte Giants and LG Twins at the Jamsil Staidum on June 12, 2020 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu/Getty Images)

Dan Straily dominating in Korean Baseball Organization

PITTSBURGH, PA - AUGUST 17: Addison Russell #27 of the Chicago Cubs in action against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on August 17, 2019 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s former top prospect Addison Russell heading to Korea

OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 21: General view of three bases on the field before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Boston Red Sox at O.co Coliseum on June 21, 2014 in Oakland, California. The Oakland Athletics defeated the Boston Red Sox 2-1 in 10 innings. (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)

Justine Siegal: Making Baseball History in the Past, Present and Future

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Matt Olson #28 and Khris Davis #2 of the Oakland Athletics go through their pre-game ritual in the dugout prior to their MLB game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 24, 2019 in Anaheim, California. The Angels defeated the Athletics 3-2. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s after 60 games in 2019

GOODYEAR, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 28: Tony Kemp #5 of the Oakland Athletics follows through on a swing against the Cincinnati Reds during a spring training game at Goodyear Ballpark on February 28, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)

Tony Kemp and Oakland A’s to have important conversation

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 29: Tony Kemp #5 of the Oakland Athletics warms up before an exhibition game against the Cleveland Indiansat Las Vegas Ballpark on February 29, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Athletics defeated the Indians 8-6. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Tony Kemp ready to start a needed conversation with everyone

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 24: Bruce Maxwell #13 of the Oakland Athletics kneels in protest next to teammate Mark Canha #20 duing the singing of the National Anthem prior to the start of the game against the Texas Rangers at Oakland Alameda Coliseum on September 24, 2017 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Mark Canha is right – he should have knelt with Bruce Maxwell

ANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 06: A detailed view of a ball and a catching glove is seen on the infield grass during batting practice prior to the MLB game between the Oakland Athletics and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium on April 6, 2018 in Anaheim, California. The Angels defeated the Athletics 13-9. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

Tyler Soderstrom expected to sign above slot deal with A’s

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 29: Matt Olson #28 of the Oakland Athletics signs autographs for fans before an exhibition game against the Cleveland Indians at Las Vegas Ballpark on February 29, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Athletics defeated the Indians 8-6. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s set up well financially for the future

OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 3: A view of the Oakland Athletics draft room after they make their first round pick in the MLB draft, during the opening day of the 2019 MLB draft, at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on June 3, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s 2020 Draft Recap: Rounds 2-5

BOSTON, MA - CIRCA 1975: Claudell Washington #19 of the Oakland Athletics dives back into first base against the Boston Red Sox during an Major League Baseball game circa 1975 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. Washington played for the Athletics from 1974-76. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s: Claudell Washington passes away at 65

Assistant General Manager Dan Kantrovitz, Adviser Sandy Alderson, General Manager David Forst and Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Billy Beane of the Oakland Athletics sit in the Athletics draft room, during the opening day of the 2019 MLB draft, at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on June 3, 2019 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s draft Tyler Soderstrom with 26th pick

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 26: Matt Olson #28 of the Oakland Athletics talks with Matt Chapman #26 as they celebrate their win over the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on September 26, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. The Oakland Athletics beat the Seattle Mariners 3-1. (Photo by Lindsey Wasson/Getty Images)

This was supposed to be the Oakland A’s year

WASHINGTON - MARCH 17: Former Major League Baseball player Jose Canseco is sworn in during a House Committee hearing investigating steroid use in baseball on Capitol Hill March 17, 2005 in Washington, DC. Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Allen "Bud" Selig will give testimony regarding MLB?s efforts to eradicate steriod usage among its players. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Jose Canseco wants to be President of the United States

OAKLAND, CA - JULY 19: Owner Lew Wolff and Owner John Fisher of the Oakland Athletics talk in the stands during the game against the Houston Astros at the Oakland Coliseum on July 19, 2016 in Oakland, California. The Athletics defeated the Astros 4-3. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s finally see the light and will pay minor leaguers

OAKLAND, CA - JULY 19: Owner Lew Wolff and Owner John Fisher of the Oakland Athletics talk in the stands during the game against the Houston Astros at the Oakland Coliseum on July 19, 2016 in Oakland, California. The Athletics defeated the Astros 4-3. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s: Time for John Fisher to put the team up for sale