The A's are coming off their worst two year stretch in their 49 year Oakland history. During that two year period, they have almost stealthily retooled their roster to create a promising core of young, high upside, cost-controlled pitching and infield prospects. Many of these prospects made their major league debut in 2016 (Sean Manaea, Ryon Healy, Joey Wendle, Bruce Maxwell, Jharel Cotton, Daniel Mengden, Chad Pinder, et al.) and still others of even higher potential impact could be on the way in 2017 (Matt Chapman, Franklin Barreto). Add in ultra-high-upside arms in the system such as Frankie Montas, A.
Checking Boxes: Dexter Fowler as an A's Free Agent Target
