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A's In 2010: In Billy We Trust?

With the Oakland A's coming off a 75-87 record, and their third straight losing season, is it time to question General Manager, Billy Beane's motives? During his time as General Manager, Billy ...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 16 days ago 208 reads 7 comments
A's In 2010: Power Upgrade Needed

Last winter, A's General Manager Billy Beane actually went on a "shopping-spree" and acquired Matt Holliday via trade with the Rockies. Then he got Jason Giambi, Orlando Cabrera, and Nomar Garciaparra via free agency...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 21 days ago 243 reads 5 comments
Oakland A's In 2010, Something to Look Forward to

"They can't score!" That's what my friend told me one day during an Oakland A's game in August. And although for the most part that's a valid point, the A's did improve slightly in the second half of this season...

Written by Joseph Lopez about about 1 month ago 241 reads 5 comments
Oakland Raiders: Have a Seat, JaMarcus

When I heard that the Oakland Raiders, the team I've rooted for since the fifth Grade, tried to ban my childhood hero, Rich Gannon from the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, my heart stopped...

Written by Joseph Lopez about about 1 month ago 644 reads 26 comments
2010: The Second Coming of Oakland's Big Three?

Pitching wins games. Surround that pitching with offense, you win championships. Well, the A's are certainly on the right track...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 3 months ago 156 reads 5 comments
Barry's Back: Zito Gaining Old Form and Support

Welcome to the Planet Zito. Excuse me if it seems a bit crowed. The population of supporters has been growing rapidly, as Barry Zito continues his post-all star break dominance...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 3 months ago 494 reads 2 comments
Geren, A's Stumble Into Tough Second Half

Heading into the 2009 season, the Oakland A's were expected to be major contenders in the weak American League West. However, with the Angels and Rangers controlling the West, the A's are left to dwell in the cellar for the first time since '97...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 4 months ago 45 reads 0 comments
Power Outage in Oakland

With the first half of baseball quickly coming to a close, the Oakland A's are sitting 9.5 games out of first due to their anemic offensive attack...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 111 reads 2 comments
Holliday Shopping? St. Louis Cardinals Showing Interest in Matt Holliday

With the All-Star break looming, teams are beginning to make a push for the playoff races. The St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly showing great interest in A's Outfielder Matt Holliday...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 441 reads 1 comments
Looking for a Way Out: How the 2009 Oakland Raiders Can Contend in the AFC West

After receiving some compelling comments on my last article, I've decided to re-evaluate the 2009 Oakland Raiders and their opportunity to make some noise in the AFC West...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 1,697 reads 14 comments
2009 Oakland Raiders: Three Steps to Escaping the Black Hole

With the supposedly "problematic" and "liar" Lane Kiffin out of Oakland, the Raiders have no excuses heading into the 2009 season. The Raiders fired Kiffin, who was too outspoken for Al Davis, after a disappointing start in 2008...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 1,509 reads 14 comments
The Oakland A's Big Three: Then and Now

From 2000 to 2004 the Oakland A's featured one of the best pitching rotations of all time. Lead by Tim Hudson, Mark Mulder and Barry Zito, the A's were a consistent playoff contender with exceptional pitching...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 266 reads 4 comments
A's Fading Away in the West

Remember when Billy Beane traded for Matt Holliday? Or when he signed Jason Giambi, Nomar Garciaparra and Orlando Cabrera in an attempt to boost an anemic offense? Remember when the A's were ...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 71 reads 1 comments
Eric Chavez Shuts It Down: A's Need to Look Towards Future

2009 was supposed to be different. The A's, coming into the 2009, season were supposed to be much more dangerous offensively. So far, nothing has changed...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 145 reads 1 comments
A's New Big Three: Not As Big

Are Brett Anderson, Trevor Cahill and Vin Mazzaro the next "Big Three?" Probably so, but are they as good or will they be as good as the original "Big Three" that consisted of Tim Hudson, Mark Mulder and Barry Zito? No...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 133 reads 6 comments
Barry Zito Regains His Game

After picking up Barry Zito in my fantasy league I was the victim of instant criticism by those in my league. People said some harsh things about Barry, especially after he struggled in his '09 debut against the Padres...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 66 reads 0 comments
Matt Holliday Hints at Departure if Athletics Can't Deliver

With his team trailing in the American League West standings, All-Star LF Matt Holliday has hinted that he's not playing for a losing team...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 5 months ago 110 reads 3 comments
Oakland A's Need Medical Attention; Page Dr. House!

As a fan of FOX's smash hit, House, M.D., I'm used to seeing the medical maverick, Dr. Gregory House, played by Hugh Laurie, solve seemingly unsolvable medical mysteries. Well, I've got a new medical case for you, Dr...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 8 months ago 302 reads 2 comments
Oakland A's Shut Eric Chavez Down

Eric Chavez has been shut down once again. The Oakland A's announced earlier this week (Monday) that their third-baseman has been shut down with no immediate time table for return...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 8 months ago 177 reads 0 comments
Cabrera and Garciaparra In, Crosby Wants Out

The Oakland Athletics announced Friday afternoon the signings of Orlando Cabrera and Nomar Garciaparra. The signings indicate that the A's GM, Billy Beane intends to challenge the defending AL West Champion, Los Angeles Angels...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 8 months ago 272 reads 0 comments
Oakland Raiders and Terrell Owens a Perfect Match?

I am in no way saying that T.O would want to come to Oakland, but I am saying it'd be a perfect match for him. Earlier today, the Dallas Cowboys cut Pro-Bowl WR Terrell Owens, and with the Raiders in need of some offense, adding T...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 9 months ago 1,073 reads 20 comments
Orlando Cabrera, Nomar Garciaparra Join the Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics added two more pieces to the puzzle, and it's beginning to look like the A's are very serious about contending this year in the AL West...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 9 months ago 297 reads 5 comments
Oakland A's Eye Orlando Cabrera Or Nomar Garciaparra

The Oakland Athletics have made it known that they are trying to replace struggling shortstop, Bobby Crosby. After failing to land free agent Rafael Furcal, the A's are said to be in the running for either Orlando Cabrera or Nomar Garciaparra...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 9 months ago 233 reads 1 comments
Oakland A's: Reality Check

After many comments, thoughts and consideration, I've decided to take a closer look on the A's in 2009. Back in November when the A's added the powerful Matt Holliday, I was definitely shocked and excited...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 9 months ago 830 reads 5 comments
Oakland A's: Spring Training Preview

With spring training only a week away, fans in Oakland can be rest assured that the 2009 Athletics will pack a little more punch than their 2008 counterparts...

Written by Joseph Lopez about 9 months ago 389 reads 6 comments

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Joseph Lopez Article Archive

A's In 2010: In Billy We Trust?

A's In 2010: Power Upgrade Needed

Oakland A's In 2010, Something to Look Forward to

Oakland Raiders: Have a Seat, JaMarcus

2010: The Second Coming of Oakland's Big Three?

Barry's Back: Zito Gaining Old Form and Support

Geren, A's Stumble Into Tough Second Half

Power Outage in Oakland

Holliday Shopping? St. Louis Cardinals Showing Interest in Matt Holliday

Looking for a Way Out: How the 2009 Oakland Raiders Can Contend in the AFC West

2009 Oakland Raiders: Three Steps to Escaping the Black Hole

The Oakland A's Big Three: Then and Now

A's Fading Away in the West

Eric Chavez Shuts It Down: A's Need to Look Towards Future

A's New Big Three: Not As Big

Barry Zito Regains His Game

Matt Holliday Hints at Departure if Athletics Can't Deliver

Oakland A's Need Medical Attention; Page Dr. House!

Oakland A's Shut Eric Chavez Down

Cabrera and Garciaparra In, Crosby Wants Out

Oakland Raiders and Terrell Owens a Perfect Match?

Orlando Cabrera, Nomar Garciaparra Join the Oakland Athletics

Oakland A's Eye Orlando Cabrera Or Nomar Garciaparra

Oakland A's: Reality Check

Oakland A's: Spring Training Preview

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