Starling Marte set for A's debut vs. Angels

The Oakland A's will begin a four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday in Anaheim, Calif., with a different look, one they hope produces some much-needed offense.

On Wednesday, the A's acquired outfielder Starling Marte from the Miami Marlins in exchange for left-handed pitcherJesus Luzardo.

"Not only does it give us a bat and solid defense, it's also a dynamic athletically," A's manager Bob Melvin sai