There was an interesting deal on Monday afternoon that far exceeded the players involved. The Oakland Athletics and Cincinnati Reds made a deal involving four players. On their way to Cincinnati are infielder Aaron Miles and the notorious player to be named later (or cash considerations). Heading out west are center fielder Willy Taveras and infielder Adam Rosales.It's also become pretty apparent that the only player the Athletics really wanted in this deal was Rosales, and only took Taveras' contract on in return for Miles'. Why? Because Willy hasn't even had time to pack his bags and he's already been designated for assignment -- look how sad he is in that photo -- by the Athletics, who need to make room for the recently acquired Gabe Gross and Steve Tolleson.
The A's, quiet for much of the winter, made a late splash on Tuesday by signing 
The A's have been desperate for power in the lineup, and now they are losing one of their top power prospects ... who is apparently going to follow a higher power.
Eric Chavez
Ben Sheets
The Oakland A's have traded 
Jose Canseco
Following any blockbuster trade, questions about the lesser known names involved in the deal are inevitable. There were several talented prospects swapped between the 
INDIANAPOLIS -- There is little doubt that the 
