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Draft Analysis: Austin Beck and high low-hanging fruit

Can this prep prospect hit the low pitch enough to be worth the Oakland A's No. 6 pick?

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Game #58: A’s Fall to Blue Jays in Finale

Home runs continue to plague Jharel Cotton and Frankie Montas as the A’s fail to secure a series sweep for the 24th time this season.

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Game #57: Hahn Holds Strong, A’s Win 4-1

Jesse looked shaky but made it work, giving up only 1 unearned run through 6. Meanwhile, the A’s offense scored 4 runs without the aid of a home run.

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A’s link roundup: Yonder Alonso is a factor in All-Star voting

Also, lots of injury updates.

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A’s activate Jesse Hahn from DL, option Matt Olson to minors

Hahn has quietly been one of Oakland’s best starters this year.

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Game #56: Bye, Bye Birdie! A’s 5, Jays 3

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