Oakland Athletics Deal Vin Mazzaro, Gain David Dejesus from Royals: Smart Move?

Oakland Athletics GM Billy Beane has made it clear: The As will acquire a power hitter before the offseason is over.

We've heard that before.

Days after having a bid accepted for Japan's premier pitcher, Hisashi Iwakuma, the Athletics have pulled the trigger for a bat in the lineup.

The burning question remains.

Why did they trade the highly clouted pitching prospect Vin Mazzaro for an outfielder with literally no power?

The answer can't be found.

Vin Mazzaro has the ability to be a rotation ace and Billy Beane has really dropped the ball with this trade. Not to mention, the Athletics also dealt prospect pitcher Jus...

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