Last season, Josh Donaldson surprised people. He was no doubt the most valuable hitter on the Oakland Athletics and, if it weren't for Miguel Cabrera, could have contended for the most valuable player of the entire American League.
Lorenzo Siemann
About Lorenzo Siemann
As a Bay Area native, Lorenzo grew up reading the Sporting Green section of the San Francisco Chronicle, sparking an interest in journalism. Living on the Eastern side of the San Francisco Bay, Lorenzo will be quick to correct people who assume that he supports the San Francisco Giants and 49ers. His heart lies with the Oakland A's and Raiders, with support for the Golden State Warriors in basketball. When it comes to college athletics, he is an avid Cal fan. He currently covers the A's, Warriors, Raiders, and Cal basketball. For more of Lorenzo's opinions, watch Sports Compass, a sports debate and analysis show on YouTube.
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