A's Podcast

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview game one of the A's series against the Guardians from the Coliseum. They were joined by Kyle Muller, Eric Martins, and Mark Kotsay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 6-0 loss to the Los Angeles Angels in the finale of their three-game set at the Coliseum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview game two of the A's series against the Angels from the Coliseum. They were joined by Mark Kotsay, Tommy Everidge and Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 13-1 loss to the Los Angeles Angels in game two of their three-game set at the Coliseum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview game two of the A's series against the Angels from the Coliseum. They were joined by Ryan Noda, James Kaprielian, Ed Sprague, and Scott Emerson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's Multimedia Journalist, Jessica Kleinschmidt brightens your morning with the latest news on the Oakland Athletics and Major League Baseball. For this episode, Jess and A's producer, Ray Jensen, discuss the A's Opening Night win over the Angels, why marriage proposals should stay in the stands, and chat with A's starting pitcher, James Kaprielian, on expectations for the 2023 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach and Chris Townsend discuss the A's 2-1 win on Opening Night at the Coliseum vs the Los Angeles Angels in game one of their three-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview 2023 A's Opening Day from the Coliseum. They were joined by David Forst, Tony Kemp, and Mark Kotsay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss Opening Day 2023, which players he is excited about for this season, the A's Pitching Staff and the rules changes and how the A's could steal more bases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Opening Day 2023 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed why baseball has momentum heading into Opening Day (51:30) and his predictions for the A's in 2023 (1:14:25). He was joined by A's Manager, Mark Kotsay (4:50), A's General Manager, David Forst (15:15), Angels Outfielder, Brett Phillips (32:00), A's 1st Baseman, Ryan Noda (43:15) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:19:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses A's Opening Day 2023, Mark Kotsay's second year, the pitching staff to start the year, Adam Oller's role, Kyle Muller starting Opening Day, Cristian Pache and the young players to get excited about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview the A's & Giants Bay Bridge Exhibition from Oracle Park. They were joined by Scott Emerson, Kyle McCann and George Kontos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 27 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed Shintaro Fujinami and the A's rotation to start the season (21:30) and the latest updates on who has made the A's roster for Opening Day (1:19:55). He was joined by Sarah Langs of MLB.com (30:45), World Series Champion & SFGiants Analyst on NBC Sports Bay Area (1:02:15) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:29:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend, Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo & Jessica Kleinschmidt preview the A's & Giants Bay Bridge Exhibition from the Coliseum. They were joined by Mark Kotsay and Jed Lowrie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend reacted to the announcement of the A’s Opening Day Starter (1:00), Jed Lowrie’s retirement (18:15) and the overreactions to Spring Training Stats (31:30). He was joined by Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio, who was on the call for the WBC (48:25), Angels Broadcaster, Wayne Randazzo (59:55), Texas Rangers Radio Broadcaster, Jared Sandler (1:12:10), Mariners Writer for the Seattle Times, Ryan Divish (1:28:40), Astros TV Analyst, Geoff Blum (1:47:20) and Jed Lowrie (2:09:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Eno Sarris discuss if the Opening Day Starter still matters in today's game, the future for Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher, The WBC Final, baseball expanding to the Pacific Rim and one bold prediction for 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 24 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend reacted to Kyle Muller being named the A's Opening Day Starter (6:25) & Jed Lowrie's retirement (1:43:35). He was joined by Eno Sarris of the Athletic (30:05), Astros TV Analyst & World Series Hero, Geoff Blum (56:45) and Jed Lowrie (1:29:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 23 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend reacted to Jed Lowrie's decision to retire from baseball (7:35), The A's Opening Day Probable starters (51:40) and owners asking star players for their ideas on team related issues (1:04:50). He was joined by Texas Rangers Broadcaster, Jared Sandler, to preview the 2023 season for the Texas Rangers (29:35) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:22:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 22 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend recapped the WBC Final between Japan and Team USA (6:35), the latest from A's Spring Training (53:20) and one thing we learned from the WBC (1:49:05). He was joined by Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times to preview the 2023 season for the Mariners (27:15) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:28:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 21 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend previewed the WBC Final between Team USA and Japan (3:40), the overuse of Spring Training stats (19:00) and the A's playoff history vs other clubs (1:37:40). He was joined by Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio to preview the WBC (35:35), Angels TV Voice, Wayne Randazzo to preview the 2023 season for the Angels (57:15) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:22:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews previewing the NL Central from: Jesse Rogers of ESPN, Reds Radio Analyst, Jeff Brantley, Brewers Broadcaster, Jeff Levering, the Voice of the Pirates, Greg Brown and Cardinals Writer for the Athletic, Katie Woo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews previewing the NL West from: Jonny Gomes, Marty Lurie, Rockies TV Analyst, Ryan Spilborghs, Padres Radio PxP Voice, Jesse Agler and Dodgers Broadcaster, Tim Neverett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from A's Spring with: Aviators Manager, Fran Riordan, A's VP of Sales and Business Operations, Steve Fanelli and A's Director of Spring Training Business Operations, Joe Pun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed how teams can improve year over year through defense (1:00), the 5 teams who will improve and 5 teams who will take a step back (17:40), the A’s centerfield battle (31:00) and the Edwin Diaz injury at the WBC (45:00). He was joined by A’s Broadcaster, Glen Kuiper (1:00:20), Marlins TV Broadcaster, Paul Severino (1:20:15), MLB Writer for ESPN, Jesse Rogers (1:40:55), Brewers Broadcaster, Jeff Levering (1:55:55) & A’s Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo (2:14:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 17 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the three R's, Risk, Reward and Reality of the WBC (10:30) and who could be in the A's rotation to start the season (49:50). He was joined by A's Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo (58:20) and National Baseball Writer for the Athletic, Eno Sarris (1:26:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Eno Sarris discuss the WBC & how baseball could expand overseas, sticky stuff enforcement in 2023, the new ball coming to the Minor Leagues and bottom ten teams that can surprise this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 16 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the A’s backup catcher battle and if Tyler Soderstrom can make the Opening Day Roster (2:55), the latest on Paul Blackburn’s injury (7:40), Edwin Diaz’s injury in the WBC (12:20) and the 5 teams on the rise and 5 teams on the decline (1:4:40). He was joined by the voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Greg Brown to preview the 2023 season for the Bucs (27:50) and A’s Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:28:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 15 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed growing baseball globally through the WBC and following the NBA example (24;10), sports dynasties (49:00) & the mental side to sports and how it’s helped athletes grow (1:13:300). He was joined by Katie Woo of the Athletic to preview the 2023 season for the St. Louis Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 14 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed how teams can improve their record with better defense (14:40) and World Baseball Classic and what changes to make (1:21:00). He was joined by the TV Voice of the A's, Glen Kuiper (31:25) and ESPN MLB Writer, Jesse Rogers to preview the 2023 season for the Cubs (1:02:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 13 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the A's positional battles at centerfield and shortstop (12:55), the pitching dilemma in the WBC (58:30) and Tyler Soderstrom and the chance he makes the club out of Spring Training (1:40:10). He was joined by Brewers Broadcaster, Jeff Levering, to preview the 2023 season for the Brewers (27:15) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:22:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed how baseball can grow the game off the field (1:00) and the idea of six man rotations for the 2023 season (24:45). He was joined by A’s Multimedia Journalist, Jessica Kleinschmidt (33:10), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (54:30), Rolaids Relief Man of the Year and Reds Broadcaster, Jeff Brantley (1:24:00), Dodgers Broadcaster, Tim Neverett (1:36:20), Padres Radio pxp voice, Jesse Agler (1:48:45), A’s Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (2:07:35) and Former A’s Outfield and Diamondbacks Minor League Baserunning and Outfielder Coordinator, Jonny Gomes (2:26:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Eno Sarris discuss the idea of teams using six man rotations and how it will affect them, the rules changes in the Grapefruit League and how pitchers are adjusting to the pitch timer with their velocity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 10 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by Moses Massena of MLB Network (14:15), A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (34:00), 1996 Rolaids Relief Man of the Year and Reds Broadcaster, Jeff Brantley (58:30) and Eno Sarris of the Athletic (1:26:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from A's Spring Training with: Kyle Muller, Tyler Soderstrom and Daniel Susac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from A's Spring Training with: James Kaprielian, Shea Langeliers and Trevor May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from A's Spring Training with Paul Blackburn, Tony Kemp and Seth Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 9 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the WBC (7:00), recapped the A's game vs Team Colombia (13:15) and why the Dodgers are still the favorite in the NL West (39:55). He was joined by Dodgers Broadcaster, Tim Neverett to preview the 2023 (27:40), Director of Spring Training Business Operations for the A's, Joe Pun (1:09:20) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:24:25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 8 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed how a show like Hard Knocks would help grow the game (4:30), if we should be worried about the Padres spending (49:25) and the passing of Rays Radio Broadcaster, Dave Wills (1:51:00). He was joined by the voice of the San Diego Padres, Jesse Agler to preview the 2023 (28:20), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (1:02:45) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:33:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 7 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed how the 2023 Athletics could learn from the 2022 Arizona Diamondbacks (8:15) and why the 2012 A's team was so special (47:15). He was joined by from A's outfielder and Minor League Baserunning & Outfield Coordinator for the Dbacks, Jonny Gomes (28:20), A's Multimedia Jouranlist, Jessica Kleinschmidt (1:06:30) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:28:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed why it’s ok to be happy as a fan (1:00) and how pitchers can use the pitch timer to their advantage in the regular season (14:05). He was joined by Ken Korach (32:30), Vince Cotroneo (45:30), Senior Director of On-Field Operations for MLB, Dan Otero (1:01:15), Editor-in-Chief of Athletics Farm, Bill Moriarity (1:17:00), Ryan Spilborghs of MLB Network Radio & Rockies TV to preview the Colorado Rockies (1:41:10), Bay Area Radio Hall of Famer, Marty Lurie, to preview the 2023 San Francisco Giants (1:59:10), Manager of the Las Vegas Aviators, Fran Riordan (2:25:25) and Daniel Susac (2:32:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 3 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed how pitchers can use the pitch timer to their advantage (11:45), Zack Greinke's Hall of Fame case (1:44:30) and how the new rules impact the games in Spring (1:52:25). He was joined by Bay Area Radio Hall of Famer, Marty Lurie to preview the 2023 season for the San Francisco Giants (30:15), Las Vegas Aviators Manager, Fran Riordan (1:18:00) and A's Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:27:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 2 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend recapped the A's and Reds Spring Training game (14:50), the rules changes speeding up games (16:25) and Baseball Tonight's prediction for the 2023 Athletics (1:51:20). He was joined by Ryan Spilborghs of MLB Network Radio & Rockies TV to preview the 2023 season for the Coloardo Rockies (27:50), A's VP of Sales and Business Operations, Steve Fanelli (1:09:00) and Johnny Doskow (1:27:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 1 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend recapped the A's Spring Training game vs Shohei Othani and the impact of Esteury Ruiz (7:50) and Shintaro Fujinami's debut (16:50). He was joined by Bill Moriarity of Athletics Farm to discuss the A's Minor Leaguers in camp (32:00), A's 2022 1st round pick, Daniel Susac (1:04:50) and A's Radio Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:25:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 28 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend discussed the recent injuries in ST throughout baseball (5:35), Fujinami vs Ohtani (13:25) and why this spring is so big for Cristian Pache (1:41:20). He was joined by Senior Director of On-Field Operations for MLB, Dan Otero (29:40), A's Broadcaster Vince Cotroneo (59:30) and A's Radio Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:29:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Eno Sarris discuss the differences between Arizona and Florida for Spring Training, what he is looking for in each camp, what he saw from the new rules this weekend, Manny Machado's new deal with the Padres and the impact Driveline is having on the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 27 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend recapped the A's first two games of Spring Training (18:15) and why versatility is so key for the Athletics in 2023 (1:52:30). He was joined by A's General Manager, David Forst (2:25), Eno Sarris of the Athletic (32:00), Ken Korach (1:00:25) and A's Radio Broadcaster, Johnny Doskow (1:40:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses what he has seen the first two games of Spring Training, the differences between 2023 and 2022 in Spring, the rules changes taking place in games and playing pickup basketball with other General Managers during Spring Training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 24 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training and spoke with: A's Manager, Mark Kotsay (30:00), A's Pitcher, James Kaprielian (1:00:55), A's Reliever, Sam Moll (1:33:30), A's Starter, Adam Oller (1:56:10), A's Infielder, Kevin Smith (2:10:50) and former MLB General Manager and host on MLB Network Radio, Jim Duquette (2:20:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny and A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss A's Spring Training 2023, the new rules changes, new strategies for the rules changes and the team improving on defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 23 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training and spoke with A's Scouting Legend, Grady Fuson (8:40), A's First Baseman, Ryan Noda (26:40), A's Pitching Coach, Scott Emerson (37:25), A's Outfielder, Seth Brown (58:15), A's pre & postgame host, Brodie Brazil (1:10:35), A's Lefty, Kyle Muller (1:31:00), A's infielder/outfielder, Tony Kemp (1:49:00), A's Left-Handed Starter, JP Sears (2:14:30) and A's Reliever, Trevor May (2:39:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices