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Cristian Pache put on defensive highlight reel this spring

What does an 80-grade glove in CF look like? Oakland A’s fans are about to find out.

The rebuilding A’s traded away four stars over the past month and acquired a dozen new prospects in return, and among the arrivals is Cristian Pache. He immediately slotted in as one of the team’s top prospects and he got a lot of playing time during the Cactus League, earning not only a spot on the 28-man roster but also a place in the Opening Day lineup.

Pache’s profile revolves around his elite defense.