The Oakland Athletics won't have some ho-hum spring training in 2013. Nay, this year begins with plenty of action and excitement in the form of players earning roster spots and position battles.

Why shouldn't enthusiasm carry over from last year?

During the offseason, the A's swapped Cliff Pennington for Chris Young, let several free-agent veterans walk, si...

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