......thinks that Byrnes will be traded. He stated his thoughts at http://www.foxsports.com/ on the A's team site. His reasons: Byrnes age, cost, and trade value. Did Byrnes peak last year? The trade may depend on having a replacement hitter in the outfield. We may find out in spring training. If he stays, Byrnes may be a platoon player.
The KING, Johnny Carson, died today. I don't think he was an A's fan but I won't hold that against him. He was great. May he rest in peace.