PHOTO: Switch-pitcher Pat Venditte's ambidextrous glove

The only thing more interesting than Pat Venditte's switch-pitching ability is his one-of-a-kind glove.

Venditte, who signed a minor-league deal with the Oakland Athletics this winter, is attempting to become the second ambidextrous pitcher in modern history. In the meantime, he's leaving teammates and coaches in awe of his unique talent - and glove.

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Venditte, 29, spent the past seven seasons in the New York Yankees' organization, most recently pitching for the club's Triple-A affiliate. He struck out 53 batters in 56 1/3 innings for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre last year, pitching to a 3.36 ERA over 26 games.

New Athletics designated hitter Billy Butler stood in against Venditte the other day.

''He's got every arm angle there is, they say,'' Butler said. ''I've only seen him throw from the left side. I haven't met any ambidextrous guys. I've been playing baseball for a long time now, and it's one of those things that's very unique. I can't do anything left-handed, and I'm really good at doing stuff right-handed. That just shows you the type of talent he has to be able to do both.''

Another teammate, Stephen Vogt, is now catching Venditte after facing him in the minors.

''It's just crazy how he can throw with both hands. It's impressive, it's fun,'' Vogt said. ''His slider's good left-handed. I faced him five years ago, too, in high-A.''

- With files from The Associated Press