A's Podcast

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best pitcher interviews from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona that include: A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher, JP Sears (1:00) A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher, Luis Severino (8:35) A's All-Star Closer, Mason Miller (14:00) A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher, Jeffrey Springs (21:05) A's Right-Handed Pitcher, Joey Estes (2...

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best position player interviews from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona that include: A's Right Fielder, Lawrence Butler (1:00) A's Outfielder/DH, Brent Rooker (8:40) A's Catcher, Shea Langeliers (16:55) A's Second Baseman, Zack Gelof (27:00) A's Shortstop, Jacob Wilson (33:10) A's Outfielder, Seth Brown (44:50) A's Cente...

On the March 4 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the Athletics new radio affiliate in Las Vegas (7:30) The future of broadcasting in Major League Baseball (42:20) and the recent injuries at A's camp in Arizona (53:55).  He was joined by: Rockies TV Analyst & Co-Host of Loud Outs on MLB Network Radio, Ryan Spilborghs (27:25) A's Radio & TV Broadcaster,...

On the March 3 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed why the Dodgers super team is good for baseball (13:50), Sean Murphy's injury (28:55), Pete Rose and the Hall of Fame (45:30) and how special of a player Lawrence Butler can become for the Athletics (1:22:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 28 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend gave a salute to the city of Sacramento (57:45) and reacted to Harold Reynolds comments about the A's in 2025 (1:29:00). He was joined by: A's Color Analyst on NBC Sports California, Dallas Braden (20:50) A's Right-Handed Pitcher, J.T. Ginn (40:20) A's Left-Handed Pitcher, Brady Basso (1:12:05) A's Outfielder...

On the February 27 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed Luis Severino and his impact with the Athletics (6:15) and Power vs Feel in the game today (59:45). He was joined by: A's Super Fan, Road Trip Mike on throwing out the first pitch (13:15) A's Writer for MLB.com, Martín Gallegos (28:39) A's Outfielder & 2022 Second-Round Pick, Henry Bolte (1:23:45) A...

On the February 26 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed teams streaming games during Spring Training (7:45), the ability to put the ball in play and why Jacob Wilson could be a special player for the Athletics (9:25), the 1970's A's winning three World Series Titles (43:30) and why the ABS system is here to stay (59:00). He was joined by: A's Hall of Fam...

On the February 25 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the ABS challenge system (5:35), the bond Scott Emerson builds with A's Pitchers (24:05), Justin Verlander and the pursuit of 300 wins (28:30) and the risk involved in the playing the sport (32:15). He was joined by: A's Left-Hanaded Pitcher, Hogan Harris (44:15) A's Infielder, Darell Hernaiz (1:08:...

On the February 24 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona. He discussed the A's lineup vs the Royals (6:40), Max Schuemann's journey to the big leagues (8:15), If the A's had the best offseason no one is talking about (41:15) and the ABS System (1:43:00). He was joined by: A's Infielder, Max Schuemann (19:15) A's Re...

On the February 20 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona! He was joined by: A's Hall of Famer, Dave Stewart (13:10) A's Starting Pitcher, Luis Severino (31:40) A's Starting Pitcher, Jeffrey Springs (37:37) A's Outfielder, Seth Brown (47:54) A's General Manager, David Forst (1:02:15) A's First Baseman, Nick Kurtz (1...

A's General Manager David Forst discusses the culture change in the organization, the young core and recent contract extensions, his keys for spring training, first base options and the plans for Soderstrom, Brent Rooker heading back to the outfield and the pitch depth in the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 19 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona! He was joined by: A's DH and Outfielder, Brent Rooker (4:11) A's Manager, Mark Kotsay (13:42) A's Second Baseman, Zack Gelof (35:13) A's Starting Pitcher, JP Sears (46:40) A's All-Star Closer, Mason Miller (1:04:47) A's Starting Pitcher, Joey Estes (1:15:12)...

A's Cast - The Mark Kotsay Show - Ep. 78 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 18 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona! He was joined by: A's Right Fielder, Lawrence Butler (19:00) A's Shortstop, Jacob Wilson (26:15) A's Center Fielder, JJ Bleday (1:04:30) 2x World Series Champion & A's Pre & Postgame Analyst, Steve Sax (1:37:00) A's First Baseman, Tyler Soderstrom (2:06:50)...

Athletics Extend Contract of Mark Kotsay through 2028 with Club Option for 2029 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DH Brent Rooker, A's General Manager David Forst, and Manager Mark Kotsay will conduct a press conference in Sacramento, CA. 0:00 Start of show 1:45 A's sign Brent Rooker to a five-year extension 6:15 A's Manager Mark Kotsay with Chris Townsend 16:25 Brent Rooker Press Conference 38:33 A's General Manager David Forst with Chris Townsend  51:50 A's DH Brent Rooker with Chris Townsend Learn more abo...

On the December 23 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend reflected on the life and legacy of Rickey Henderson. He was joined by: A's Hall of Famer, Dave Stewart (5:00) A's Hall of Famer, Carney Lansford (33:50) A's Historian, David Feldman (49:55) A's Hall of Famer, Jose Canseco (1:04:28) A's Hall of Famer, Terry Steinbach (1:19:00) A's S...

For this episode of Green & Gold History, we look back at the retirement of Rickey Henderson's number 24 by the Athletics Organization in 2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Dallas that include: Martín Gallegos of MLB.com (1:10) Former Rockies GM & MLB Network Analyst, Dan O'Dowd (18:15) Host of MLB Now on MLB Network, Brian Kenny (30:50) MLB Network Insider, Jon Morosi (46:25) National Baseball Columnist for USA Today, Bob Nightengale (1:00:50) Natio...

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Dallas that include: Athletics Assistant General Manager, Billy Owens (1:10) AL Manager of the Year, Stephen Vogt (17:05) Manager of the San Francisco Giants, Bob Melvin (27:15) A's Third Base Coach, Eric Martins (39:15) Manager of the Minnesota Twins, Rocco Baldelli (1:02:10) Man...

A's General Manager David Forst discusses players selected in previous rule 5 drafts, the symbol of change in the organization, the Luis Severino signing, talking to agents about players in West Sacramento, the trade market at the Winter Meetings, momentum heading into 2025, his history at Harvard and Cody’s rule 5 picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the A's offseason, the signing of Luis Severino, the 2024 Winter Meetings in Dallas, the team heading into 2025 and his relationship with Scott Emerson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day Three edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Julian McWilliams (9:18), Jed Lowrie (34:18), David Forst (1:17:25), Brian Kenny (1:33:35), Mike Ferrin (1:54:30), and Kiley McDaniel (2:21:42) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day Two Afternoon Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Ryan Divish (31:03), Stephen Vogt (1:01:38), Jesse Rogers (1:11:55), Nick Krall (1:29:25), and Derek Shelton (1:31:35)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day Two Morning Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Scott Emerson (11:19), Mark Kotsay (32:04), Ryan Ripken (1:12:03), Bob Melvin (1:32:28), Jon Morosi (1:44:35), Katie Woo (1:59:14), Eno Sarris (2:07:33), Mike Petriello (2:28:17), and Billy Owens (2:44:09) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...