Billy McKinney

MLB: A’s sign outfielder who drafted nine years ago in first round

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The Oakland Athletics announced the signing of outfielder Billy McKinney in a minor league deal. The deal includes an invitation to Major League Baseball spring training. It’s the third type of signing for the A’s on Wednesday, after a waivers claim from Sheldon Neuse and a blockbuster trade with the Blue Jays. McKinney, now 27, … Read more

MLB: Rangers buy two outfielders from Dodgers, one of them is a rookie

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MLB Rangers buy two outfielders from Dodgers one of them

The Texas Rangers announced that they acquired the corner outfielders Billy McKinney and Zach Reks of the Dodgers, in exchange for cash considerations. Both players were designated for assignment by Los Angeles last Friday.As many teams cleared space on the roster for prospects they did not want to make eligible for the Rule 5 draft. … Read more