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1976 Oakland Athletics 1976 Oakland Athletics
1975/1977
Record 87-74 .540
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Standings 2nd in the AL West (2.5 games back)
Pythagorean 91-70, 90-71, 90-71
Runs (S/A) 686 / 598
BallparkOakland Coliseum
Park FactorsBatting: 96 / Pitching: 95
Attendance780,593 (11th) (21th)
Spring TrainingMesa, Arizona (Rendezvous Park)
ManagerChuck Tanner
CoachesAl Monchak, Joe Lonnett, Wes Stock
ExecutivePresident: Charlie Finley
Minor Leagues(AAA) Tucson Toros, (AA) Chattanooga Lookouts, (A) Boise A’s, (A) Modesto A’s
Radio (KNBR) Bob Waller, Monte Moore
TV (KPIX) Bob Waller, Monte Moore

The 1976 Oakland Athletics went 87-74 and finished 2nd in the American League West. The Athletics drew 780,593 to Oakland Coliseum. Rollie Fingers and Phil Garner made the All-Star team. Gold Glove winners for 1976 included Joe Rudi.

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