Editorial Staff
Casey Tefertiller
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American League West Prospect Notebook For July
A diminutive Astros second baseman who produced big results in the upper minors headlines our July organization reports from our five American League West correspondents.
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American League West Prospect Notebook For June
Our American League West correspondents deliver prospect reports for their organizations, headlined by an Angels righthander with the potential to move rapidly to Anaheim.
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American League West Prospect Notebook For May
Our American League West correspondents deliver one prospect report per organization, headlined by a Mariners teen shortstop who is catching on quickly in Low-A.
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Athletics' Kevin Smith Has The Bat For Third And Glove For Short
The hard-hitting rookie joins the organization in the midst of a tear-down. His hitting upside, defensive versatility and Triple-A production make him priority play for 2022.
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Manny Colon Ready To Infuse Athletics With Energy
After a year away from the game, the former Marlins employee enthusiastically embraces a new challenge keeping Oakland's minor leaguers housed.
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Athletics' Tyler Soderstrom Makes Progress Behind The Plate
The 2020 first-rounder showed elite hitting traits in his pro debut, but the A's were even more impressed with his improved throwing.
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Athletics Masher Lawrence Butler Showed Off Improved Skill In 2021
The 21-year-old first baseman/outfielder improved a skill that helped him on defense and the bases.
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Jonah Bride Learns A New Position
An ability to reach base and a willingness to learn catcher helped the 26-year-old join the 40-man roster.
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Zack Gelof Makes A Quick Impression
The 2021 second-rounder from Virginia wowed the organization with his adaptability and pure hitting ability.
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Nick Allen: Athletics 2021 Minor League Player Of The Year
The 22-year-old took a step forward to solidify himself as the Athletics' shortstop of the future.
