A's GM: No plans to sell at trade deadline despite missing playoff race
Oakland GM David Forst says he is not compelled to move pieces before Monday's deadline, framing the roster as a long-term build.
A's GM David Forst addressed the upcoming trade deadline by stating the organization is not looking to break up its roster. He emphasized the team was built for the long haul and that being out of playoff contention does not automatically make them sellers. Forst said he feels no urgency to execute a trade simply because the deadline is approaching Monday.
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