Locked On A's - Daily Podcast On The Athletics

First-half wrap-ups always bring reflection: who helped carry the team this far, and what adjustments are needed heading into the second half of the season. In Detroit tonight, the A’s will test themselves on the road against the best team in baseball and the best pitcher in baseball, Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers. Why this road trip may decide if there is still hope for the season. Last wee...

On today’s episode of Locked On A’s, we dissect the most lopsided loss of the season as the A’s get torched 13–3 by a familiar face—former A’s pitcher Jason Alexander. The right-hander returned with a vengeance, tossing six strong innings and silencing his old club with a mix of sinkers, changeups, and cold-blooded execution. Meanwhile, JP Sears couldn’t escape the first few frames without disaste...

The A’s have been through hell—an 11-game losing streak, a 9-game losing streak, losing 20 of 21 games—and yet here we are: just eight games out of the Wild Card. Host Boonie isn't just keeping the faith—he’s doubling down. In this episode of Locked On A’s, Boonie revisits the segment where he dug through MLB history to highlight the most improbable playoff comebacks of all time, and now… those st...

The A’s just sent shockwaves through the AL West with a jaw-dropping 3-1 walk-off win over the first-place Houston Astros—and the hero of the night? None other than rookie phenom Nick Kurtz, who absolutely demolished a fastball into the Sacramento night for a two-run, no-doubt blast that sealed the A’s fourth straight victory. This wasn’t just a win. This was a statement. A thunderous, bat-flippin...

On today’s Locked On A’s Postgame Show, the green and gold came into Kansas City with one mission: wreck the Royals’ weekend and leave town with a broom in hand. Mission accomplished. The A’s, fresh off snapping a 14-game road skid earlier in the series, came into Sunday riding a wave of swagger—and left with a statement 3-2 win. Lefty Jeffrey Springs went to war on the mound, working through earl...

Jacob Lopez, who turned the mound into his personal playground. Lopez carved up Royals hitters like a Thanksgiving turkey, throwing six sparkling innings of shutout baseball, striking out nine batters, walking just one, and allowing a three hits. Lopez was so dominant, the Royals hitters looked as confused as tourists without GPS, swinging helplessly at pitches they had no shot at connecting with....

Two rising stars. Two very different storylines. Tonight in Kansas City, all eyes were on the shortstops as the A’s opened up a three-game set against the Royals. On one side: Bobby Witt Jr., a certified MVP candidate, the heartbeat of a Royals team dreaming of October. On the other: Jacob Wilson, the A’s rookie sensation who’s been lighting up scouting reports and proving he belongs in The Show....

Brady Basso's journey back to the mound is more than a recovery—it's a masterclass in grit, patience, and unwavering belief. Today we are doing a deep dive into how this 27 year old lefty is clawing his way into the big leagues—and why his story is a lesson in mental toughness. That is a bit later.  Meanwhile, over in Lansing, T.J. Schofield-Sam is reminding the world why you never bet against the...

As the MLB trade deadline looms, teams across the league are strategizing their next moves. A surprising contender faces a tough choice: keep their breakout star or cash in for future prospects? Another team, on the cusp of playoff contention, must decide whether to go all-in for their superstar's potential final season or pivot towards rebuilding. One powerhouse club's plans may shift dramaticall...

On today’s episode of Locked On A’s, Booney is joined by Steven Harmon, host of Curveballs and Changeups , for a conversation that blends baseball nostalgia, sharp insight, and a dose of political savvy. Steven, an East Bay native who grew up a fan of both the Oakland A’s and San Francisco Giants, brings a unique perspective rooted in years of reporting and public service. With nearly two decades...

The A’s dropped a heartbreaker in Anaheim Tuesday night, falling 2-1 to the Angels in a game that had “win” written all over it until Mark Kotsay put his fingerprints all over the final few innings. With the bullpen fully rested and the A’s holding a one-run lead, Kotsay made a string of baffling moves—pulling a cruising starter too early, leaning on the wrong matchup in the ‘pen, and letting his...

Being a fan of sports is supposed to be simple. It’s a place where people find joy, escape, and community. Whether your team is winning or rebuilding, there's comfort in knowing that for a few hours, you’re part of something bigger than yourself. But for A’s fans, that connection has been fractured. The team’s move to Las Vegas hasn’t felt like a unifying moment. The Politics and Hypocricy is some...

The A’s are back on the upswing, winners of three of their last four, and they roll into Anaheim tonight with a chip on their shoulder and revenge on their mind. Just a couple of weeks ago, the Angels swept the A’s in a humiliating four-game beatdown. But this isn’t the same A’s squad. There’s fight, there’s energy, and there’s Nick Kurtz. The former first-rounder is back in the lineup, and his pr...

The vibes are shifting in Sacramento, and the A’s just made it official—taking 2 of 3 from the Baltimore Orioles and notching their first series win since May 4. Sunday’s win wasn’t just another W in the scorebook—it was a statement. After a brutal stretch of losses, the A’s showed fight, heart, and that signature underdog swagger we’ve been dying to see. This wasn’t luck. This was growth. This wa...

The A’s came into tonight’s game riding the momentum of a two-game winning streak, looking to keep the good vibes rolling against a tough Orioles squad. With ace Luis Severino taking the mound, confidence was high—and early on, that confidence looked well placed. The A’s came out swinging, putting up four runs in the first inning and setting an energetic tone for the night. While they couldn’t qui...

The vibes are shifting in Sacramento. After a stretch that felt like baseball purgatory—20 losses in 21 games—the A’s have ripped off back-to-back wins, and this one came at the expense of the streaking Baltimore Orioles. The usual suspects were at it again: Lawrence Butler swung the big stick, Jacob Wilson kept showing why he belongs, and Brent Rooker reminded us that he’s still the engine of thi...

On today’s Locked On A’s Pregame Show, we’re diving straight into the heart of the A’s departure from Oakland with a guest who’s got receipts. Zennie Abraham, former economic advisor to Mayor Elihu Harris and longtime expert on development in the city, joins us to break down exactly what went wrong. Was it all on John Fisher? Did the City of Oakland play a bigger role than they’ve let on? Zennie i...

The A’s finally snapped out of their nightmarish freefall, bulldozing the Minnesota Twins in a statement win that felt like a long-overdue exhale. After losing 20 of their last 21 games—and looking lifeless for most of it—the A’s didn’t just win, they erupted. The offense poured it on, the pitching held strong, and for the first time in weeks, there was actual joy in the dugout. It wasn’t just a w...

The A’s are spiraling. After losing 19 of their last 20 games, they sit at 23-39, buried 10.5 games back in the AL West, and limping into Game 3 of a bizarre four-game set against the Twins in Sacramento. The bats have gone silent, the pitching’s unraveled, and the vibes? Absolutely in the gutter. This team started the season scrapping and clawing its way to respectability — but now it feels like...

The A’s took the field in Sacramento with their season teetering on the edge, looking to snap out of a brutal stretch that’s seen them flounder at home and fall further behind in the standings. But trading the Coliseum for a minor league ballpark didn’t magically fix anything. In tonight’s episode of Locked On A’s, we break down every angle of the matchup against the Twins—what worked (if anything...

MLB playoff race heats up as underdogs challenge favorites. Are the Dodgers and Astros locks for October, or could surprising contenders like the Rangers and Pirates shake things up?   Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze current playoff positions, potential fallers, and intriguing statistics. The hosts debate the Twins' chances, the Mariners' struggles, and the impact of the expanded wil...

They’ve lost 17 of 18. The bats have gone silent, the bullpen’s been a mess, and the energy has flatlined. But let’s pump the brakes on the funeral procession, because this season? It’s far from over. We’re only 60 games in. That’s 102 left to play. One hot streak, one spark, one turnaround—and suddenly the vibe changes. Baseball seasons aren’t won or lost in May. This is a marathon, and the A’s a...

Is winning the World Series the only measure of success for the New York Yankees,  the Los Angeles Dodgers or really any team? This episode challenges that notion, exploring the idea that a "perfect season" in MLB might be more about providing fans with an exciting summer.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Trade Coffee   Right now, Trade is exclusively offering our customer 50% off your o...

Coming off an absolute gut punch of an 11-1 beatdown in Houston, the A’s are staring down a major gut-check moment today After getting steamrolled by a lineup that looked like it was playing tee-ball, the A’s have a shot to punch back, split the series, and remind the Astros—and the rest of the league—that they’re not rolling over for anybody. Last night was ugly, no doubt. But baseball doesn’t gi...

After finally snapping an 11-game losing streak on Sunday, the A’s had a chance to build something—anything—against the Astros on Tuesday. Instead, they got bulldozed 11-1 in a game that looked like a carbon copy of the previous two weeks. So the question has to be asked: has anything actually changed? Or did Sunday’s win just give this team—and maybe even us—a false sense of hope? Because from th...