A’s acquire Tony Kemp from Cubs

Jan 14 2020 by Athletics Nation

 
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The utilityman comes to Oakland in exchange for a minor league prospect.

The Oakland A’s made a trade on Monday, acquiring utilityman Tony Kemp from the Cubs, the team announced. In exchange, first base prospect Alfonso Rivas heads to Chicago. There was already an open spot on Oakland’s 40-man roster, so no corresponding move was needed for this new addition.

A’s fans should already be at least slightly familiar with Kemp, who spent most of...

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