It's good thing A's kept Chavez. Chavez leaving would have equaled the big three seeking employment elsewhere because of the team's lack of commitment.
Best thing A's did was not resign Giambi, Isringhausen, Damon, and Foulke (overrated).
Not sure how Tejeda will do, but he was a good presence in the clubhouse.
WTF was Beane thinking signing Rhodes as the closer? That guy crumbles under pressure. Mark Ellis was never good, he doesn't hit for power or average. Doesn't walk much either.
The most improved team will have to be Red Sox and Angels. Oakland just needs to make adjustments to get back to championship calibur.
I still cringe whoever decided to start Gil Heredia in game 5 of ALDS.