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A's Trade Star Closer for Top Prospect De Vries

8/11/2025

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In a bold deadline day maneuver, the Oakland Athletics traded their star closer, Mason Miller, securing top prospect Leo De Vries in return. At just 18, De Vries stands out as the highest-ranked prospect exchanged, boasting an impressive eight home runs this season in High-A. This move signals a promising future for the Athletics.

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In a bold deadline day maneuver, the Oakland Athletics traded their star closer, Mason Miller, securing top prospect Leo De Vries in return. At just 18, De Vries stands out as the highest-ranked prospect exchanged, boasting an impressive eight home runs this season in High-A. This move signals a promising future for the Athletics.