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Michelle Milliken

1 year

Back because three people asked for it and several of you like to make GIFs to make fun of me, here's the first Optimistic Oakland #Athletics Report of 2023!

The Optimistic Oakland A's Report - 04.09.23

It's another season of A's baseball! Ignore the 2-7 record. This is exciting stuff.

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

1 year

It angers me that someone who couldn't care less about baseball could buy a team averaging more than 2 million fans per year, not once sign anyone to a long-term contract, blow up the roster every half dozen seasons because he's cheap, and then steal the team from its community.

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6 years

@JohnAxford @susanslusser Who better than relief pitchers to *save* a relationship?

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@MichelleyM

3 years

We know the A's never win in the playoffs, we know we won't ever have anyone we love longer than 6 seasons, we know pieces of our stadium are randomly falling off, but at least we have each other, our jerseys with no player names and the ability to withstand any emotional crisis.

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1 year

Rangers announcers showed this and said the drummers who "have contributed to the fun atmosphere here" aren't playing due to ownership, as well as how fans are angry about the threatened move/not trying to put a winning team on the field. Okay, Rangers announcers, you're alright

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Michelle Milliken

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3 years

I'll miss him the most this season. 💔 💚💛

Vintage Jerseys & Hats

@PolyesterUnis

3 years

Ray Fosse, 1974 @Athletics

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@MichelleyM

1 year

@ohJuliatweets I know we're supposed to base it on who plays Darcy, but my decades-long girl crush on Keira Knightley outweighs any declarations of love scenes... it also outweighs ever going to the prom.

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Yeah, I'm religious. I believe in the holy trinity.

Nora McManus 😺🦉

@Nora_McManus

1 year

Yeah, I'm religious, I believe in the holy trinity.

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@MichelleyM

4 years

@Athletics @MLB @Cut4 This is a relief. It was a pretty grizzly scene last night.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

Pff, the A's have committed $561 million to players over the last 24 years, so...

Evan Grant

@Evan_P_Grant

3 years

The Rangers have committed $561 million to players in the last 24 hours.

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5 years

This is extremely disturbing. I saw this truck parked in my apartment complex. Welcome to Idaho, where people think it's appropriate to do something like this while having the audacity to pretend there isn't serious racism that Kaepernick is standing up against.

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3 years

I feel like my team is the *Oakland* #Athletics . Anywhere else, they're not the same team, and I'm not sure I'm interested anymore. Is that weird, especially since I don't even live there?

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@MichelleyM

7 months

Re: Fans Fest You all look gorgeous in green & gold, or mourning black. Coco's in his 50s & still has a happy baby face. For someone known for his foul mouth, Balfour sure has gentle eyes. I feel sorry for the 30 owners. They'll never understand baseball's magic like A's fans.

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

1 year

All those dads trying to get one last Father's Day memory with their kids and the team they love, and kids trying to soak up one last A's Father's Day with their dads. 🥺 Fisher and Manfred have never been embarrassed by their fathers wearing mitts in the 3rd deck and it shows.

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@linusalf

1 year

There's easily 30k here in Oakland

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8 years

#MomQuotes My brother: My Christmas present to myself this year is a vasectomy. Mom: I think that's your gift to the world.

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Not me getting a "Celebration" and immediately crying because I'm not sure if it's my last one... or my last game here. Oh, you concrete beast, I love you. 🥲💚💛 #Athletics #RootedInOAKLAND

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@MichelleyM

1 year

A's fans would marry Justin Verlander if it meant we never had to be harassed by John Fisher again.

Melissa Lockard

@melissalockard

1 year

Is John Fisher the least-popular person in the Bay Area?

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

2 years

@zarzarbinkss @925mlbfan I wonder how they got this pasta security.

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Anyone else watching this like it's a playoff game/home movie/school performance by people you're very proud of? Or do I just need to go to therapy? #Athletics #ReverseBoycott #SellTheTeam #FisherOut #OaklandForever

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

2 years

Sean Manaea will always be the most loveable A's player ever. Seeing him on the field always made me smile, he was so sweet to fans, and I've never been happier for an A than I was when he got his no hitter. I'll be fine. Just going to start fashioning a John Fisher voodoo doll.

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

2 years

The year? 2033. A "Moneyball" sequel has won an Oscar. The protagonists are Jed Lowrie and Stephen Vogt, who aren't willing to hang it up until they finish what they started in 2013. They win the World Series, after beating Justin Verlander to get the AL pennant. #DrumTogether

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

3 years

Obviously the A's ownership doesn't care about fans, but I've always felt awful for players who get the same disinterested treatment... esp local guys like Mark and Marcus. In business terms, a crappy way to treat dedicated employees who've worked their gorgeous buns off for you.

A's on NBCS

@NBCSAthletics

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"I think it's nice to feel wanted." Former A's outfielder Mark Canha explains why he signed with the Mets

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2 years

I thought I could blend in with the yellow shirt since it's the Pirates, but someone said, "Hi, Oakland A's!" immediately. Also, this is easily the best and most violent souvenir I've ever purchased.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

"How do you keep the magic alive after all these years?" "A mutual desire to infuriate strangers at the ballpark." #Athletics #SFGiants

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@MichelleyM

3 years

Dear @Athletics and all the guys who have suited up this year, 2021 may not have ended the way we wanted, but we'd rather be emotionally wrecked by you than root for anyone else. Thank you for the distraction from the nonsense and for all the cardio workouts. 💚💛, A's fans

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@MichelleyM

3 years

I like that they keep using this picture for Matt Olson trade rumors because Sean Manaea's face continues to express how all A's fans feel about these rumors.

MLB Trade Rumors

@mlbtraderumors

3 years

#Rangers expected to reopen trade talks with #Athletics regarding Matt Olson after the lockout

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3 years

Okay guys, the Astros are going to be swept by the Rays. The A's are going to sweep the Astros and the Mariners. The season will end in an AL West tie. (When I die, I should donate my body to science. The brain of an A's fan really should be studied so we can find a cure.)

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

3 years

Between Google and Twitter, I discovered that waaaay too many Ray Fosse stories just referred to the Pete Rose play in the headline, like that's all he was. May a long line of Oakland A's catchers pound their gloves menacingly in these publications' general directions.

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@MichelleyM

1 year

If this is the last packed house at the Coliseum, the A's and all the fans sent her out in a beautiful way. Always the best in baseball. 🥺 💚💛 #Athletics #ReverseBoycott #SellTheTeam #FisherOut #OaklandForever

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@MichelleyM

3 years

The MLB players and owners are so out of touch. Neither one of them is proposing a requirement that Bartolo Colon play in MLB next year. Talk about not understanding your fans.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

I was annoyed that I had to watch the Dodgers broadcast. However, as soon as I turned it on, they mentioned the Las Vegas stuff and seemed to think the whole idea was stupid and the A's should stay in Oakland. As a result, I will tolerate them for now. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

2 years

@agreenphotog My favorite thing about that rock is that the information placard openly admits that it's probably not a historical rock. It's just a rock.

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@MichelleyM

6 years

@NChessman @CBSNews I think they're Moormon.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

I'm definitely not overreacting to eight runs, but I'm pretty sure the A's are going to win the World Series now. #Athletics #RiseAndGrind

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@MichelleyM

2 years

🚨🚨 The A's have scored 42 runs this year, the second most in MLB!🚨🚨 🚨🚨The A's are half a game out of first in the AL West. 🚨🚨 🚨🚨Seth Brown is tied for 6th in MLB with 8 RBI.🚨🚨 🚨🚨I've just decided I really like to use this emoji.🚨🚨 #DrumTogether #Athletics

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

2 years

The #Athletics are only on pace to score 324 runs this season, but they're also on track for 162 wins!

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Michelle Milliken

@MichelleyM

9 years

#BadInFlightAnnouncements This is your pilot, R. Kelly. I have no training, but I believe I can fly. @midnight

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@MichelleyM

5 years

When I stick to my grocery list and then have nothing fun to eat the next day.

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Oh, Jedoubles. We don't get any lifers as #Athletics fans, but you were pretty close. You're as Oakland A's as the BART bridge, drums, and losing to Justin Verlander in the playoffs. Thanks for all the memories. You're up there with almost lifer Mark Ellis in my book. 💚💛

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2 years

Game 1 Optimistic Oakland #Athletics Report: Seth Brown had 3 RBI, Chad Pinder is batting .500 on the season, and the A's are only one game out of first place!

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1 year

I bet the Venn diagram of people blaming A's fans for the team leaving and people who have spent 20 years saying "lol he's just gonna be traded", "can't wait until he plays for my team", and "you're MLB's farm system" is a circle.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

The 2021 Oakland A's will be the first team to win the World Series after blowing 37 saves in seven games. #Athletics #RiseAndGrind

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@MichelleyM

10 months

People may say, "You know, A's fans' efforts aren't going to work. They're leaving Oakland." While I'd say most realize that's true, being a pain in the ass to the powerful bullies who are stealing something your friends and family love is a decent use of one's time.

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2 years

I choose to believe Jed Lowrie, Stephen Vogt, and Elvis Andrus live in a home together and have Golden Girls-type escapades in their retirement community. #DrumTogether #Athletics

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2 years

@PadresGeekster That ball didn't want none except buns, hon.

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2 years

Nothing says 'Welcome back to the Oakland Coliseum' quite like Jed Lowrie walking out to 'Tom Sawyer' and having a 237-pitch at bat. #Athletics #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

11 months

The MLB owners just voted unanimously to lose this fan who hasn't loved anything more than baseball since she was in middle school. Heartless ghouls oblivious to why people love this game. So thankful for other leagues that provide us an outlet to still nurture our passion.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

Future generations: "The pandemic couldn't have been that weird." Me:

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@MichelleyM

1 year

I'm so proud of my A's friends. Please hug the Coliseum, each other, and any feral cats/possums you see tonight for me. 💚💛 #ReverseBoycott

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8 years

#IfMyKittyRuledTheWorld you could get the whole world back from her by distracting her with a red dot.

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Some drunk Mariners fan: "Oakland, your pitcher sucks!" You'll have to be more specific. #Athletics #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Good afternoon to everyone except the hotel front desk clerk in *Oakland* who saw my A's gear and excitedly said, "Vegas A's!" I hope his evening is plagued by hundreds of guests who can't figure out the wifi.

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Apparently "my team isn't in the playoffs, so I'm going to Ireland" is a popular pastime. A 20-hour flight itinerary is much better when it's followed up with a chat with Susan. 💚

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2 years

I'm very happy for A's fans who also like the Warriors. May you focus on a fourth NBA Finals win and pretend there is no such thing as an ALDS or wildcard game. PS - I love Andre Iguodala.

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3 years

#Athletics #RiseAndGrind

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@MichelleyM

2 years

I would say most A's fans have fallen into a state of depressean over the past 24 hours.

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3 years

Remember this?

Oakland A's

@Athletics

9 years

#Athletics trade Ben Zobrist and cash to Kansas City for RHP Aaron Brooks and minor league LHP Sean Manaea

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2 years

MLB: "Shifts and pace of play are what's putting people off the game!" MLB: *loudly hums while greedy piece of rhinoceros excrement John Fisher drives a storied franchise into the ground and devastates generations of loyal fans* MLB: "Yep, the pace has got to be the issue! "

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Michelle update: Somehow crying more than when Ray Fosse died. This sucks, guys. So much. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

11 months

I'm so sad I'll never see my Oakland A's win a World Series, but at least the last one I'll probably watch had heroics from an Oakland hero. So happy for our Marcus. 💚💛

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@MichelleyM

3 years

The two things the A's will bring to Howard Terminal: Stomper and 2030 World Series MVP Jed Lowrie.

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Local woman torn, wants to enjoy thing she loves as long as possible before it's cruelly ripped away from her, but wants to spite like no one has spited before

A's on NBCS

@NBCSAthletics

1 year

The A's reportedly will play at the Coliseum next season

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@MichelleyM

11 months

"Celebration" just aired on the radio as I was pulling into Costco, and I started crying. Check on your Oakland A's fan friends. We're even sadder than usual.

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5 years

Me this week: Coworker: Did you get my email? Me: I met Ray Fosse on Sunday. Cashier: Did you find everything alright? Me: Let me show you this picture of me and Ray Fosse. Scam caller: There's a warrant out for your arrest. Me: That's okay. I met Ray Fosse. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

2 years

The #Athletics have more wins than the Astros! Coasting into first place like... #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

9 years

#SignsYoureInTheUSA No one can name all of our presidents, but we can name all the Kardashians.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

"Waitress, can I see a drink menu?" #Athletics #RiseAndGrind

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@MichelleyM

9 years

#BadInFlightAnnouncements We're at an altitude of 10 feet. If you look to your left, you'll see pedestrians running and screaming. @midnight

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@MichelleyM

11 months

At least we know why this is trending...

Talkin’ Baseball

@TalkinBaseball_

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A’s owner John Fisher spoke with three protestors at the owners meetings in Texas and told them his patience had run out after 18 years of trying to find a solution to keep the team in Oakland

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2 years

Currently pitching for the Mets: Chris Bassitt Currently pitching for the Padres: Sean Manaea Currently pitching for the #Athletics : Christian Bethancourt #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

2 months

Another player essentially saying, "Wow, you're leaving Oakland? You dummies."

SportsNet LA

@SportsNetLA

2 months

Blake Treinen speaks about his memories playing at the Oakland Coliseum.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

#FlashbackFriday to an era when we could take pictures on the field with the A's and not have to worry about giving them the plague.

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@MichelleyM

3 years

Wait, people don't?

mlb shitpost bot

@mlbshitpostbot

3 years

Do people actually spend 3 hours of their day watching the Oakland A's?

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Low payroll, cheap owner, bad attendance, small but devoted group of fans cheering their hearts out, several people being depressed about Starling Marte's absence... guys, I think I should probably be a Pirates fan, too. #Athletics #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

2 years

I think I follow all of them.

Matt Kawahara

@matthewkawahara

2 years

A's announce tonight's attendance at 3,748.

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2 years

We will adopt your baby.

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5 years

Homer Bailey is a nice-looking man, but his team pictures make him look like a stern, religiously-minded man who came to the colonies in the 1600s to start a new church. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

1 year

I was pretty sure I wouldn't follow the A's to Vegas. They were my parents' hometown team, and Oakland/the Coliseum/the fans are so much of what makes the A's the A's. Plus, the behavior of ownership has just been irredeemable, as has MLB for letting it happen. I'm struggling.

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@MichelleyM

9 years

Are people always refusing your offers? Learn how to make an offer no one can refuse. #ClickBaitAMovie @midnight

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Important PSA from our favo(u)rite concerned Canadian.

Brittlestar

@brittlestar

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HI AMERICA, HOLY CRAP… VOTE

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5 years

2005 called. It wanted to share this picture with you. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

1 year

Last inning, the A's radio guys were talking about how fun it was when the last three innings, we sent out Cook, Doolittle, and Balfour. I'll be holding my Stomper pillow pet close and remembering better times, if you need me. #Athletics #OaklandForever

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3 years

The hope the A's give their fans.

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@MichelleyM

2 years

Guess whose boyfriend just caught a ball thrown to him by an Athletic and then gave it to his green and gold sweetheart? He's now almost as cool as Ray Fosse. #Athletics #DrumTogether

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1 year

I should feel sad as an A's fan, but I'll just laugh at the Yankees instead.

Jay Cuda

@JayCuda

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are u hitting over .231 as a team

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@she_obey A loved one told me that when he went to visit his friend who'd just welcomed his first kid, the friend spent a good chunk of time complaining that he had to wait to have sex, with his wife in the same room hearing all the complaints. So grossed out to learn how common this is.

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2 years

Everyone says Canadians are so nice, but I'm pretty sure nice people wouldn't keep stealing infielders from people who are already sad. #Athletics #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

7 months

To be replaced with "Rooted in Business Failure".

Casey Pratt

@CaseyAPratt

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The “Rooted In Oakland” sign is coming down at the Coliseum ahead of Opening Day.

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9 years

#DisneyPrincessProblems Your husband only loves you because of your shoe size.

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3 years

@sarahccaldwell Can you imagine being able to buy 400 books at once?

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2 years

Who needs Matt Olson's dreamy eyes when you have Pache's Pache-ness? #Athletics #DrumTogether

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@MichelleyM

3 years

"911, what's your emergency?" "The A's are trying to blow up their roster again. Can you send a bomb squad to stop it?"

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3 years

#Athletics #Mets

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3 years

I'll be very sad when I can't post this anymore, so it's a good thing Jed Lowrie will never retire. #Athletics

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@MichelleyM

2 years

I've gotten almost 200 new followers since the MLB season started. Are you okay, A's fans?

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@MichelleyM

2 years

The #Athletics lost all 3 games I attended, but I haven't smiled this much since 2019. The Coliseum will always be the happiest place on earth... sorry Disneyland. You're missing the drums, seagull gangs, boys in green and gold, and the magical BART Bridge portal #DrumTogether

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1 year

You guys know me for making myself laugh (while no one else does) during my Optimistic Oakland A's Reports. Today, I'm sharing something I wrote that made me cry! I really love our dumb Oakland #Athletics and how much they mean to me and my family.

Three Generations of Oakland A's Baseball Smiles, Not Ready for Them to Fade Away

1989. My dad’s dad died. As Grandpa’s only child, Dad had to head home to Alameda County to handle all the end-of-life business. When you’re only 34 and you’ve just become an adult orphan, that’s a...

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6 years

@CBSNews She's wearing Meowlph Lauren. @925mlbfan

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@MichelleyM

2 years

When Mulder and Hudson were traded within a few days of each other, I went to my little part-time high school job and thought, "Why are customers still being so mean? Don't they know my world has ended?!" Now, thanks to Twitter, I can enjoy the world ending with other A's fans.

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2 years

I know that, at 38-63, it seems the #Athletics should be sellers this trade deadline. Getting rid of Montas, Laureano, etc, but everyone is forgetting that if we went 61-0 the rest of the season, we could finish second in the AL West. Do we want to throw that away? #DrumTogether

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3 years

So nice of my phone to give me this alert. Matt Olson's face: Fans of other teams reading this headline. Sean Manaea's face: A's fans reading this headline.

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