Slugging A's counting on fast start to challenge Astros

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With a months-long layoff, the attention surrounding Mike Fiers has significantly subsided. As the whistleblower in the Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, Fiers has reiterated he wants nothing more than to move forward with the season. The Oakland Athletics are on the cusp of starting the shortened 60-game season and ready to chase another playoff berth, knowing those mighty Astros likely stand in the way of an AL West crown.

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