Beane Does it Again: Holliday to A's

Billy Beane has worked his magic again.  The one-time phenom GM profiled in the cult classic Moneyball is close to completing a deal that would land slugger Matt Holliday from the Colorado Rockies.  Landing a player of this caliber immediately puts Beane in the conversation for next year's executive of the year award.  True, Holliday is only under contract for one more year, but he undoubtedly  brings the middle of the lineup threat that Oakland was sorely lacking last season.  Names being mentioned as being discussed in the deal are Huston Street, Greg Smith, Sean Gallagher, and Carlos Gonzalez.

Huston Street Might Be Next To Go

Athletics closer Huston Street could very well become the next player dealt by notorious wheeler-dealer Billy Beane. The San Francisco Chronicle is reporting that the Dodgers have been actively scouting the hard-throwing righty in recent days. The Mets and Reds are also reported to have an interest in Street, a fan favorite in Oakland.