A's Podcast

On the April 1 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed was joined by: Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (12:55) Tyler Soderstrom - A's First Baseman (43:35) Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach (56:20) Bob Nightengale - National Baseball Columnist for USA Today (1:07:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses Opening Night in West Sacramento, the A's starting rotation in Seattle, Tyler Soderstrom's start to the season, how the ballpark at Sutter Health Park will play and provides updates on several injured A's pitchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 31 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed Opening Night in West Sacramento for the Athletics (1:00), the Yankees Torpedo Bats (33:00) and how everything changes at first pitch (1:13:45). He was joined by: Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (16:00) Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder (49:00) David Forst - A's General Manager (58:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend takes calls from fans and discusses the A's 2-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in the finale of their four-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend takes calls from fans while discussing the A's 4-2 win vs the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in game three of their four-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend takes calls from fans while discussing the A's 7-0 win vs the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in game two of their four-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 28 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed Opening Day for the A's vs Seattle (1:20), Friday's Diamond Notes (10:55), Luis Castillo's success vs the A's (55:55) and Rob Manfred's comments on the image of baseball with Chris Russo (1:06:35). He was joined by: Ryan Rowland-Smith - Mariners TV Broadcaster (28:40) Mark Kotsay - A's Manager (1:11:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the start of the 2025 season, the expectations for the team, Luis Severino's debut vs the Mariners, Tyler Soderstrom and the young players getting off to a good start, how he plans on using the bullpen and the expectations for Jeffrey Springs and Mason Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend takes calls from fans while discussing the A's 4-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in their 2025 Opening Day matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Opening Day 2025 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was joined by: Shooty Babitt - A's Scout & Broadcaster (12:30) Paul Hembekides - Content Producer for ESPN & Author (31:20) Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer (53:45) Mason Miller - A's All-Star Closer (1:12:17) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend previews the AL West with interviews that include: Matt Kawahara - Covers the Astros for the Houston Chronicle (1:00) Jared Sandler - Broadcaster for the Texas Rangers (14:30) Ryan Divish - Covers the Seattle Mariners for the Seattle Times (28:40) Rhett Bollinger - Covers the Los Angeles Angels for MLB.com (41:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 24 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the end of Spring Training for the A's (11:25), the temperature differences for the Athletics (25:35) and why he is excoted for the 2025 A's (1:39:20). He was joined by: Matt Kawahara - Covers the Astros for the Houston Chronicle (27:44) Max Muncy - A's Infielder (1:15:15) Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (1:22:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 20 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the start of the NCAA tournament and how baseball can try and gain new fans (2:15), today's diamond notes (1:10:45) and the MLB Minute (1:35:40) He was joined by: JJ Cooper - Editor-in-Chief of Baseball America (28:40) Rhett Bollinger - Covers the Angels for MLB.com (54:40) Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (1:21:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 19 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the Opening Series in Japan between the Cubs & Dodgers (6:05), why baseball needs to adopt Max Scherzer's idea for pitching (16:10) and Diamond Notes on the Athletics (1:21:15). He was joined by: Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (27:10) Jared Sandler - Broadcaster for the Texas Rangers (54:45) Seth Brown - A's Outfielder (1:39:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 17 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the correlation between hitting for power and average in today's game (8:45), Luis Severino being named the A's Opening Day Starter (28:33) and the average ticket price for the 2025 season (38:55). He was joined by: Ryan Divish - Covers the Seattle Mariners for the Seattle Times (58:45) TJ McFarland - A's Left-Handed Reliever (1:24:49) 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 during A's Spring Training that include: Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder after his contract extension (1:00) Jose Canseco - A's Hall of Famer & 1988 AL MVP (7:50) Colby Thomas - A's Outfield Prospect (20:35) Fran Riordan - Manager of the Las Vegas Aviators (29:50) Adnan Virk - Host of A's Camp tour for MLB Network (55:00) Jim Duquette - Former MLB GM & Visited A's Spring Training for MLB Network Radio (1:07:07) Jared Diamond - Baseball Columnist for the Wall Street Journal on how TV is changing for Major League Baseball (1:22:25) Bill Moriarity - Editor-in-Chief of Athletics Farm (1:43:41) Ryan Spilborghs - Rockies & Apple TV Broadcaster & visited A's Camp for MLB Network Radio (2:09:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 14 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the A's Spring Breakout roster (2:35), why he likes Shohei Ohtani's decision to not ramp up his pitching (14:15) and A's two-way player, Shotaro Morii (18:35) He was joined by: Joey Estes - A's Starting Pitcher (41:50) Bill Moriarity - Editor-in-Chief of Athletics Farm (55:00) George from San Francisco, Live from Japan - A's postgame caller (1:23:35) Mason Miller - A's All-Star Closer (1:39:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 13 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the proposed Vlad Guerrero Jr contract (5:50), the A's Spring Breakout coaching staff (14:35) and the Rays stadium situation (1:44:25). He was joined by: JP Sears - A's Starting Pitcher (43:55) Jacob Wilson - A's Shortstop (1:09:10) Shi Davidi - Covers the Blue Jays for Sportsnet (1:22:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 12 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed why 2025 is a big season for Zack Gelof (7:55), why change is good in sports (12:55) & Max Scherzer's idea on how to fix pitching (33:00). He was joined by: Jenny Cavnar - TV PxP voice of the Athletics (40:50) Randy Miller - Covers the Yankees for NJ.com (55:15) Zack Gelof - A's Second Baseman (1:37:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 11 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the A's & Giants with Justin Verlander on the mound (1:45), Gerrit Cole's injury/Tommy John Surgery (9:30), how the Cole injury impacts the A's & the American League (33:10) and why he agrees with the Giants on their decision with Blake Snell (57:13). He was joined by: Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster (44:07) JJ Bleday - A's Center Fielder (1:14:35) Marty Lurie - Bay Area Radio Hall of Famer & Giants Pregame host on KNBR (1:22:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses Lawrence Butler's contract extension, the team's performance so far in spring, what rosters spots that are still up for grabs and the versatility on the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 10 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed significance of Lawrence Butler's contract extension with the A's (2:40), what pitcher players want closing out a game seven (38:00) and Jacob deGrom's comments about chasing velocity (1:16:15). He was joined by: David Forst - General Manager of the Athletics (1:21:15) Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder (1:34:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 9 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from Las Vegas Ballpark and was joined by: Colby Thomas - A's Outfielder (19:56) Fran Riordan - Manager of the Las Vegas Aviators (29:19) Don Logan - President of the Las Vegas Aviators (54:50) Russ Langer - PxP Voice of the Las Vegas Aviators (1:21:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 8 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from Downtown Summerlin and was joined by: Jose Canseco - A's Hall of Famer & 1988 AL MVP (8:30) Mick Akers - Sports Business & Transportation journalist at Las Vegas Review Journal (27:30) Steve Hill - Chief Executive Officer and President of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (1:11:50) Steve Fanelli - VP of Sales and Business Operations for the Athletics (1:23:53) Brent Rooker - A's Outfielder/DH (1:39:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 6 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the hiring of the new A's team President (5:05) & players you forgot finished their careers in different places (52:44). He was joined by: Former MLB GM & Host on MLB Network Radio, Jim Duquette (28:45) MLB Network Host, Adnan Virk (1:08:00) Milwaukee Brewers Broadcaster & Sacramento Native, Jeff Levering (1:21:10) A's Starting Pitcher, Jeffrey Springs (1:51:00) 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 A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona that include: Color Analyst on NBC Sports California & Former A's Pitcher, Dallas Braden (1:00) 2x World Series Champion & A's Pre & Postgame Analyst, Steve Sax (8:00) A's Scout & A's Pre & Postgame Analyst, Shooty Babitt (16:05) A's PxP Broadcaster on NBC Sports California, Jenny Cavnar (26:25) A's Radio Voice, Ken Korach (37:15) A's Radio Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (57:15) A's Radio & TV Broadcaster, Chris Caray (1:02:30) 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 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 (26:20) A's Left-Handed Pitcher, Hogan Harris (32:15) A's Right-Handed Pitcher, J.T. Ginn (39:25) A's Right-Handed Pitcher, Mitch Spence (44:10) A's Reliever, TJ McFarland (51:25) A's Reliever, Tyler Ferguson (1:01:00) A's Reliever, Grant Holman (1:07:25) A's Left-Handed Pitcher, Brady Basso (1:12:55) 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 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 Center Fielder, JJ Bleday (51:55) A's Infielder, Max Schuemann (59:00) A's First Baseman, Tyler Soderstrom (1:07:10) A's Third Baseman, Gio Urshela (1:12:50) A's Infielder, Darell Hernaiz (1:16:45) A's 2024 First-Round Pick, Nick Kurtz (1:22:00) A's 2022 Second-Round Pick, Henry Bolte (1:27:55) A's 2022 First-Round Pick, Daniel Susac (1:33:35) A's 2021 First-Round Pick, Max Muncy (1:42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, Chris Caray (1:05:10) Baseball Columnist for the Wall Street Journal, Jared Diamond (1:21:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/DH, Brent Rooker (1:38:25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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's Starting Pitcher, Luis Severino (1:38:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Famer, Joe Rudi (28:20) A's Infielder & 2021 First-Round Pick, Max Muncy (1:21:40) A's Catcher & 2022 First-Round Pick, Daniel Susac (1:31:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 (1:08:00) Radio Voice of the Athletics, Ken Korach (1:21:10) Baseball Hall of Famer, Jon Miller (1:35:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Reliever, Tyler Ferguson (1:04:00) A's Reliever, Grant Holman (1:35:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 (1:16:05) Senior Baseball Writer for The Athletic, Evan Drellich (1:28:37) A's Third Baseman, Gio Urshela (1:44:07) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Reliever, TJ McFarland (1:27:23) A's Starting Pitcher, Mitch Spence (1:39:13) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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) A's Catcher, Shea Langeliers (2:26:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Scout, Shooty Babitt (1:33:35) The Voice of the Athletics, Ken Korach (2:01:05) A's Hall of Famer, Steve Vucinich (2:28:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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) National Baseball Columnist for the Athletic, Eno Sarris (1:12:25) MLB Insider for ESPN, Jesse Rogers (1:32:40) MLB Insider for ESPN, Kiley McDaniel (1:40:55) Former Mets GM now MLB Network Radio Host, Jim Duquette (1:55:00) Mariners Writer for the Seattle Times, Ryan Divish (2:11:55) Red Sox Writer for the Boston Globe, Julian McWilliams (2:41:10) 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: 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) Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Torey Lovullo (1:11:45) Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Derek Shelton (1:24:25) President of Baseball Operations for the Cincinnati Reds, Nick Krall (1:35:00) 3x World Series Champion & Special Advisor for the San Francisco Giants, Bobby Evans (1:43:30) Former A's All-Star Infielder, Jed Lowrie (1:58:05) 2x World Series Champion & Former A's Outfielder, Jonny Gomes (2:11:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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