The Oakland Athletics brought in Jesus Aguilar in hopes that he would provide some veteran leadership and some power for their lineup. While Aguilar held up his end in the leadership department, it was clear early that the A’s were better served going with their younger options at first base and DH.
How Acquired?
Oakland signed Aguilar to a one-year, $3 million deal in late January. He was released on June 4.
What were the expectations?
Aguilar was one of the veterans that the Athletics opted to bring in during last offseason in hopes that he would provide some power production at first base and DH while also taking on a leadership role in the dugout.