What do you think the A's should do if that happens? Realistically, I don't think the A's have a shot at the division for the next 3 - 4 years if the Angels sign him. Yes, we could always shoot for the Wild Card, but I think Beane should sell off everything except for prospects. I just can't see the A's having much of a chance with a lineup including Vlad, A-Rod, and possibly Bonds as the DH to go along with their pitching and other young specs.
I could easily see the Angels putting a huge run together under that scenario. They've always had good pitching and played small ball well. They just have never really had a legitimate bat to protect/complement Vlad...and A-Rod would fit that perfectly. If I'm Beane and that happens, I'm selling.