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Jun 4, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox catcher Yermin Mercedes (73) reacts after hitting the winning run against the Detroit Tigers during the ninth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports

Yermin Mercedes is worth a look for Oakland A’s

Dave Kaval threatening Oakland with relocation yet again

Ramon Laureano needs to be part of Oakland A’s future core

At least the Oakland A’s are trying in one area

Apr 17, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Clint Frazier (77) makes a catch for an out in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland A’s should give Clint Frazier a chance

Jun 4, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino (62) pitches the ball against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Lou Trivino: When metrics and results refuse to match

Apr 17, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Adam Oller (36) delivers to the plate against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Adam Oller hoping third time the charm for Oakland A’s

Apr 26, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Daulton Jefferies (66) throws against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports

Daulton Jefferies to undergo thoracic outlet syndrome surgery

Jun 4, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Parker Markel (44) throws against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Parker Markel finds home with Chicago White Sox

Apr 27, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks designated hitter Matt Davidson against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland A’s hoping for production from Matt Davidson

May 10, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Adrian Martinez (55) pitches during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Adrian Martinez still one of Oakland A’s best players

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 28: Trevor Rosenthal #41 of the Oakland Athletics in the weight room before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at RingCentral Coliseum on May 28, 2021 in Oakland, California. The Athletics defeated the Angels 3-1. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)

Oakland A’s disaster Trevor Rosenthal ready for his showcase

Apr 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A baseball rests on the pitching mound before a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jared Koenig seeing his hard work pay off with Oakland A’s

Jun 4, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Elvis Andrus (17) dances at second base after hitting a double against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

3 Oakland A’s that should be gone after trade deadline

Jun 4, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) pitches the ball against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Is it time for concern with Paul Blackburn?

July 9, 2020; Oakland, California, United States; Detail view of a seat fencing with spiderwebs during a Spring Training workout at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland A’s go on offensive about Coliseum conditions

May 23, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics center fielder Cristian Pache (20) hits a two-run double against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

The hits should come soon for Cristian Pache

Jun 1, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics catcher Christian Bethancourt (23) celebrates after hitting a two run home run during the seventh inning against the Houston Astros at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Christian Bethancourt breaks 2118 day streak on Wednesday

May 29, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Dany Jimenez (56) throws a pitch against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Should Oakland A’s be concerned about Dany Jimenez?

May 30, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) pitches during the first inning against the Houston Astros at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

3 possible All Stars for the Oakland A’s

May 24, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Dany Jimenez (56) shakes hands with catcher Sean Murphy (12) following the final out of a 7-5 victory against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Dany Jimenez deserves consideration for AL Rookie of the Year

May 29, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Elvis Andrus (17) celebrates after hitting an RBI double against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Elvis Andrus putting Oakland A’s in difficult spot

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 21: Paul Blackburn #58 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Baltimore Orioles in the top of the first inning at RingCentral Coliseum on April 21, 2022 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Checking in on Oakland A’s pitcher Paul Blackburn

May 23, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics center fielder Cristian Pache (20) reacts after hitting a two-run double against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Cristian Pache becoming a dilemma for Oakland A’s

Apr 22, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics manager Mark Kotsay (7) relieves relief pitcher Sam Selman (40) during the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland A’s make flurry of moves on pitching staff

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 08: Stephen Vogt #21 of the Oakland Athletics in action against the Philadelphia Phillies during a game at Citizens Bank Park on April 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Stephen Vogt sees rehab assignment delayed

May 14, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Justin Grimm (46) stands on the mound during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland A’s say goodbye to Justin Grimm

May 16, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher A.J. Puk (33) throws a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

A.J. Puk finding his role with Oakland A’s