A's Podcast

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

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day One Afternoon Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Bobby Evans (3:07), Eric Martins (23:14), Torey Lovullo (49:20), Dan O'Dowd (1:02:20), Jim Duquette (1:18:19), and Steve Fanelli (1:36:48) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day One Morning Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Martin Gallegos (18:52), Rocco Baldelli (36:05), Bob Nightengale (47:05), Paul Hembekides (1:21:27), and Jonny Gomes (1:49:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHP Luis Severino, A's General Manager David Forst, and A's Manager Mark Kotsay will conduct a press conference in Sacramento, CA. Chris Townsend was joined by: Luis Severino (31:40) A's Manager, Mark Kotsay (42:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the November 22 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the 2025 Hall of Fame ballot (7:50), the A's bringing back Seth Brown and players added to the 40 man roster (15:50), why baseball got the NL ROY award wrong (32:00) and how basseball could look with a salary cap (1:18:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the November 15 edition of A’s Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend breaks down Brent Rooker’s 2024 season that earned him the Silver Slugger Award (13:45). Plus, a deep dive into the 2025 AL West outlook (20:50), Mason Miller’s All-MLB Second Team honors (24:30), and a look at how A’s prospects fared in the Arizona Fall League (1:45:10). He was joined by: A's Silver Slugger Winner, Brent Rooker (1:25) 10-year MLB Veteran & Host on MLB Network Radio, Chris Gimenez (49:20) 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 World Series that include: ESPN Personality & Author, Paul Hembekides (1:10) A’s Insider for MLB.com, Martín Gallegos (25:55) Longtime MLB Columnist, Scott Miller (47:10) Former Dodgers General Manager, Ned Colletti (1:02:25) 2x World Series Champion and 5x All-Star, Steve Sax (1:16:45) Dodgers Broadcaster, Tim Neverett after the Dodgers World Series Win Washington Nationals TV Analyst & Host on MLB Network Radio, Kevin Frandsen (1:32:45) A’s Center Fielder, JJ Bleday (1:43:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the October 31 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend recapped the A's Cast predictions for the World Series (3:10), the latest news on the A's stadium in Las Vegas (5:15), the A's schedule in Sacramento (10:20), the trade of Daz Cameron (21:15), the Dodgers winning the World Series (25:00), the Dodgers success vs the Yankees failure (1:03:40) and Dave Roberts Hall of Fame case (1:16:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the October 30 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: Former Dodgers General Manager & Scout for the San Jose Sharks, Ned Colletti (41:20) Longtime MLB Columnist and Author, Scott Miller (57:05) 2x World Series Champion & 5x All-Star, Steve Sax (1:25:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the October 29 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: Nationals TV analyst & Host on MLB Network Radio, Kevin Frandsen (45:50) A's Center Fielder, JJ Bleday (58:10) A's Radio Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:32:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the October 28 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed why he feels the excitement around the A's heading into 2025 (6:45), teams cutting payroll (13:45), five big storylines in the World Series (1:18:44) and the seven questions facing the A's this offseason (1:49:00). He was joined by: A's Pitching Coach, Scott Emerson (32:30) A's Writer for MLB.com, Martín Gallegos (1:27:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's Pitching Coach Scott Emerson discuss his excitement level heading into the 2025 season with the A's young talent, Mason Miller winning the Sporting News Rookie of the Year Award, the progression of the A's hitters in the second half, the growth of the A's catchers, the pitching in the World Series and his offseason plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses the final games of the 2024 season, looking ahead to the offseason for the team, what positions he is looking at to improve the club, Mason Miller winning the Sporting News AL Rookie of the Year Award, building the team around the ballpark in Sacramento, fall league performances and setting a postseason roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the October 25 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend rejoiced about the return of the show (1:30), why this was the best possible outcome for baseball with Dodgers and Yankees (3:35), the projected deal for Juan Soto (34:40), tournament baseball (42:10), how many hall of famers are playing in this World Series (59:05), free agents to watch for the A's (1:41:55) and the A's broadcast team World Series Predictions (1:59:00). He was joined by: ESPN Content Producer & Author, Paul Hembekides (8:20) A's General Manager, David Forst (1:17:25) 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 Alumni Sunday interviews from the 2024 season that include: Hall of Famer and 1992 AL MVP, Dennis Eckersley (1:10) A’s Hall of Famer and 1988 AL MVP, Jose Canseco (11:55) Former A’s DH, Khris Davis (24:05) Former A’s Infielder/Outfielder, Chad Pinder (34:00) Former A’s first baseman and Special Assistant to the GM, Scott Hatteberg (45:25) Former A’s pitcher and Dodgers Special Assistant, Tyson Ross (56:10) Former A’s Outfielder, Stephen Piscotty (1:03:40) Former A’s second baseman, Mark Ellis (1:13:15) Former A’s Outfielder & World Series MVP, Jeramine Dye (1:19:10) Former A’s Outfielder, Terrence Long (1:29:00) Former A’s Outfielder, Eric Byrnes (1:43:20) Former A’s utility man and Arizona Complex League Coach, Adam Rosales (1:55:55) 2002 AL MVP and A’s Hall of Famer, Miguel Tejada (2:05:45) 1989 World Series Champion and A’s Hall of Famer, Terry Steinbach (2:16:01) 1989 World Series Champion and A’s Hall of Famer, Carney Lansford (2:22:25) 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 2024 season that include: A’s first-round pick, Nick Kurtz (1:10) A’s second-round pick, Tommy White (8:50) A’s Assistant General Manager, Billy Owens (16:05) A’s Outfielder, JJ Bleday (34:35) A’s DH, Brent Rooker (40:45) A’s Right Fielder, Lawrence Butler (48:45) Former Mets GM and MLB Network Radio host, Jim Duquette (58:25) Former A’s pitcher and Mets TV Analyst, Ron Darling (1:13:00) Former A’s Pitcher, Sean Manaea (1:25:10) Dodgers Manager, Dave Roberts (1:36:05) A’s Shortstop, Jacob Wilson (1:41:45) A’s Left-Handed Starting Pitcher, JP Sears (1:50:35) A’s second baseman, Zack Gelof (2:01:25) Hall of Fame Manager, Jim Leyland (2:11:10) Former A’s infielder, Jed Lowrie (2:22:40) MLB Network Insider, Jon Morosi (2:35:20) Host of High Heat on MLB Network Radio, Chris Mad Dog Russo (2:50:00) A’s Historian, David Feldman (3:00:00) A’s Hall of Famer, Dave Stewart (3:32:30) 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 interviews from the 2024 season that include: A's Catcher, Shea Langeliers after his three homer game in Texas (1:10) Former A’s Outfielder, Josh Reddick (8:30) MLB Network Radio Host and Rockies Broadcaster, Ryan Spilborghs (21:35) Former A’s Left-Handed Starting Pitcher, Mark Mulder (41:15) Bay Area Radio Hall of Famer, Marty Lurie (1:00:50) President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Bob Kendrick (1:15:35) Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Torey Lovullo (1:29:45) MLB Network Host, Matt Vasgersian (1:38:40) A’s Hall of Famer, Gene Tenace (1:53:15) A’s Hall of Famer, Joe Rudi (1:59:40) A’s Hall of Famer, Steve Vucinich (2:05:45) Baseball Hall of Famer and World Series Champion, Rollie Fingers (2:11:25) A’s First Baseman, Tyler Soderstrom (2:17:35) A’s Starting Pitcher, Joey Estes (2:24:30) A’s All-Star Closer, Mason Miller (2:32:45) 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 2024 season that include: Former A’s General Manager, Billy Beane (1:10) Guardians Outfielder, Steven Kwan (18:35) The voice of the Guardians, Tom Hamilton (24:25) Pittsburgh Pirates Manager, Derek Shelton (44:10) Former A’s Reliever, Lou Trivino (49:35) Former A’s Rookie of the Year and Red Sox Pitching Coach, Andrew Bailey (1:08:25) Former A’s Reliever, Liam Hendriks (1:15:30) Former A’s Reliever and Nationals Coach, Sean Doolittle (1:27:15) 3x World Series Champion & Former Giants GM, Brian Sabean (1:38:25) Current A’s Reliever, Trevor Gott on his Tommy John Surgery rehab (1:51:30) Royals Broadcaster, Rex Hudler (2:07:15) Former Royals Manager and Royals Hall of Famer, Ned Yost (2:22:45) Former Seattle Mariners Reliever now with the Mets, Ryne Stanek (2:34:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the final game in Oakland Athletics history, Chris Townsend takes calls and reminisces on 57 memorable years of Oakland Athletics baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo, and Jessica Kleinschmidt preview the final game for the Oakland Athletics. They were joined by Mark Kotsay, Chris Caray, and Martín Gallegos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Ken Korach discuss the A's 7-6 loss to the Mariners in game two of their three-game set from T-Mobile Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo, and Jessica Kleinschmidt preview game two of the A's and Mariners from Seattle. The show featured interviews with Billy Beane, Joey Estes, Scott Emerson and a tribute to Vince Cotroneo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 2-0 loss in game one of their three-game set from Seattle. 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 interviews from the past week that include: Former A’s General Manager, Billy Beane (1:10) A’s Hall of Famer and 2002 AL MVP, Miguel Tejada (18:35) A’s Hall of Famer, Terry Steinbach (28:55) A’s Hall of Famer, Carney Lansford (35:20) A’s Reliever, T.J. McFarland (48:35) A’s Second Baseman, Zack Gelof (1:01:10) National Baseball Columnist for USA Today, Bob Nightengale (1:10:55) National Baseball Columnist for the Athletic, Eno Sarris (1:24:35) A’s Historian, David Feldman (1:43:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo and Jessica Kleinschmidt preview game one of the A's and Mariners from Seattle. They were joined by Mark Kotsay, Billy Beane and Shea Langeliers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the September 27 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: A's Manager, Mark Kotsay (37:35) National Baseball Columnist from the Athletic, Eno Sarris (50:55) A's Hall of Famer, Terry Steinbach (1:41:35) Former A's General Manager, Billy Beane (1:49:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss the final game at the Coliseum, Kotsay's speech to the fans, expectations heading into next season, closing the season out in Seattle and his offseason plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 3-2 win over the Texas Rangers in the finale game at the Oakland Coliseum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo and Jessica Kleinschmidt preview the finale of the A's and Rangers from the Coliseum. They were joined by Bobby Crosby, Rickey Henderson and Ray Fosse with Reggie Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A’s Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo, breaks down the greatest moments in Oakland history. In this episode, Cotroneo breaks down his all Coliseum team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A’s Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo, breaks down the greatest moments in Oakland history. In this episode, Cotroneo recaps: Jason Giambi is the man in 2001 vs the Yankees, Stephen Vogt's walk-off vs Detroit in the 2013 ALDS, Scott Hatteberg's walk-off in 2002 for the 20th straight win, Brandon Moss makes Oakland the walk-off capital of baseball in 2012 and the A's win their first World Series in Oakland in 1972. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A’s Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo, breaks down the greatest moments in Oakland history. In this episode, Cotroneo recaps: Game 19 of the 20 game winning streak in 2002, 1972 World Series Game one, Josh Hamilton dropping a fly ball in game 162 in 2012, game one of the 1972 ALCS and Coco's walk-off in the 2012 postseason vs Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 5-1 loss to the Texas Rangers in game two of their three-game set from the Coliseum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices