[Ian.]

I am very interested to see how Piazza will do facing new pitchers in a new league. Switching to DH will keep him fresher through the season, and he will benifit from batting in Oakland instead of Petco.

The stregnth of the team this year is clearly the bullpen. I expect big things from Gaudin this year. The A's also picked up Alan Embree and have some good looking prospects. Street can be very good, but Duchscherer really needs to be closing.

I am looking forward to a big year from Starter Dan Haren also. Kennedy looked awful most of the spring but he is penciled in as the fifth starter. I don't know who will replace him if he continues slumping. Who knows if Harden can stay healthy?

Angel's fans, I am looking forward to a great race this season. The teams seem to be pretty evenly matched if everyone stays healthy.

LET'S GO OAKLAND!!!