The A's are always solid. They just can't get it done in October man!
moneyball= constantly being competitive, but not winning it all
moneyball + 1 major name + 1 big name= dynasty
If the a's could get a couple marquee names (no, not juice free mike piazza), they'd be so good it would be scary. I'll take what i've got in them, it sure as hell beats being a giants fan!