2011 Oakland A’s: Stellar Pitching and New Bats Could Put The A’s Over The Top!

The Oakland A’s are being called the San Francisco Giants of 2011.

The comparisons stem from the fact that the A’s have a solid pitching staff. Like the Giants, the A’s have added some key veterans to make a push towards the playoffs.

The last time the A’s made the playoffs was 2006 when they lost to the Detroit Tigers in the ALCS. The A’s have added a list of veterans to help them get over the 500 mark for the first time in four years.

Following is a list of key additions that could help the A’s get over the hump and possibly contend for a pennant.

David DeJesus was brought in to play right field and bat third, DeJesus is not a power...

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