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A's Ramón Laureano propelled by a love for the game and a
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Marcus Semien's mom knew Oakland Athletics wouldn't sign him
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Stephen Piscotty homers, A's blank Rangers 2-0 to avoid sweep
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Marcus Semien MLBPA Players
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Marcus Semien once took stand against racial injustice in Arlington
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A's shortstop Marcus Semien makes 'amazing' transformation in 4 years
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Ex-A's stars Matt Olson, Marcus Semien lament what once was in Oakland
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Son, You're Not The Underdog Anymore”
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Checking in on Marcus Semien and former Oakland A's free agents
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In an unusual year, Oakland Athletics put in their usual winning