On Tuesday, Yonder Alonso went 2-2 with a stolen base as the A’s lone All-Star representative. One could argue for Alonso to be the MVP if Mariners 2B Robinson Canó didn’t hit a game winning home run in the top of the 10th inning. The first time All-Star’s outstanding performance certainly caught the eyes of general managers across the league. As the trade deadline approaches, Billy Beane and the front office must debate the benefits of keeping the 30 year old versus the advantages of dealing him to a contender before July 31st.
Keeping Yonder in Oakland
The first baseman has publicly voiced his opinion about staying in Oakland.