INSTANT UPDATE

From Lee Sinnins (told ya you shoul dget his ATM Report newletter delivered to your email inbox...)

Padres GM Kevin Towers said that yesterday was deadline for the A's to complete the Mark Kotsay trade. The deadline passed without the deal being completed, but it's still likely to occur.


Kotsay was on vacation in Hawaii and either didn't return until last night or won't do so until today. According to Towers, while the MRI showed no problems with his back, apparently A's owner Steve Schott wanted their
doctor to see him in person.


According to MLB rules, teams have a 72 hour window to conduct their medical exams, review documents and work out any contract details after they make a tentative trade. But, an extension is expected to be granted and according to the San Diego Union Tribune, the deal could be completed by Wednesday.

Nice to know that Steve Schott has gone all Steinbrenner on us - sticking his nose where is doesn't belong.

LONDON CALLING

Where's Billy Beane in all of this? He's on vacation in the land of the Clash and Cliff Richard.

Ask about Buridan's ass and the A's 40 man roster.