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MLB rumors: A's to sign outfielder Robbie Grossman to one-year contract

Spring training is here and the A's are adding to their depth in the outfield.

The A's are planning to sign outfielder Robbie Grossman, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The deal is reportedly a one-year, major league contract.

#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.