Here are a few thoughts and notes from some of the transactions that have taken place this week.
**Matt Joyce signed with the Athletics yesterday for two years and $11 M. Last year, the Pirates signed Joyce, Sean Rodriguez, and David Freese for a combined total of $6.5 M. This year, they all received two-year deals for around $11 M total, with Freese getting an extension from the Pirates during the 2016 season.
There wasn't much need for Joyce on the team, considering the lack of playing time he would receive in the outfield. He's probably lined up for a starting role or at least a platoon role in Oakland.