When Yoenis Cespedes signed a four-year, $36 million contract with the A's this offseason, he brought more than just his game to Oakland, he brought huge expectations. From day one the A's made it clear that Cespedes was going to be a major part of their team this season, immediately thrusting Cespedes into the middle of their lineup. Further confirming his importance to the team's future, the A's asked Coco Crisp to shift over to left field so Cespedes can take over in center.
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The Oakland A's shocked the baseball world on Monday by agreeing to a contract with Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes that will pay him $36 million over four years. Considering all the money that he is going to make, there will be a ... Read Post
Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes will be playing for the Oakland Athletics after signing a four-year, $36 million deal on Monday. Oakland managed to beat out the Miami Marlins who also big $36 million but over a six year period. The... Read Post
The Oakland Athletics surprised many when they took a gamble and signed 26-year-old Cuban phenom Yoenis Cespedes to a $36 million contract in February. Oakland isn't exactly known for shelling out that kind of money, especially for ... Read Post