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Should The A's Become Sellers At The Trade Deadline?

OAKLAND (Bleacher Report) - As the trade deadline nears, the A's can attempt the "addition by subtraction" method which sends overrated pieces out to create space for lesser guys who ultimately shine. This causes a late season push and possibly a jump into the playoffs.

Or they can sell a few of their top trade chips while holding on to the best of the young, cheap talent.

Finally, Oakland could plunge into full on fire sale mode.

Find Out The Pros And Cons Of Selling On Bleacher Report

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