Spring training is here and the A's are adding to their depth in the outfield.
The A's have officially signed outfielder Robbie Grossman, the team announced on Friday. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic was first to report the news on Wednesday.
#Athletics signing free-agent outfielder Robbie Grossman to one-year, major-league contract, source tells The Athletic.— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) February 13, 2019
Grossman, 29, hit .273 with a .751 OPS last season for the Twins. He was also worth 1.5 bWAR.
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The switch-hitter also brings versatility on defense. Grossman has experience at all three outfield positions. In 2018, he played 52 games in right field, 34 in left field and served as the DH 36 times.
