A's Podcast

Michael Baribault, Nate Littlefield and Chris Townsend take calls from fans and discuss the A's 11-4 win vs the Houston Astros in game one of their three-game set from West Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Best of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend look back at the best interviews during the A's road trip in LA & Home Opener in West Sacramento that include: 1:00 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 8:30 Max Muncy - A's Third Baseman 17:20 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic 38:55 Tim Kurkjian - ESPN MLB Analyst & Broadcaster 49:20 Walt Weiss - Braves Manager, 1989 World Series Champion & 1988 AL ROY with the A's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses: Stadium upgrades for year two in West Sacramento Data on the ballpark from 2025 Nick Kurtz leading off Shea Langeliers' hot start to 2026 When the right time to evaluate the team is Team defense to start the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend reacts to A's Opening day in West Sacramento vs the Houston Astros & was joined by: 9:05 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 28:00 David Forst - A's General Manager 43:07 Mark Kotsay - A's Manager Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Doskow, Ken Korach, David Feldman, and Martin Gallegos preview game one of the A's and Astros from West Sacramento. They were joined by Mark Kotsay (14:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault, Nate Littlefield, and Cody Elias take calls from fans and discuss the A's 5-1 loss to the Atlanta Braves in the finale of their three-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault and Nate Littlefield take calls from fans and discuss the A's 5-2 win over the Atlanta Braves in game two of their three-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Doskow and Ken Korach preview game two of the Athletics and Braves from Truist Park. They were joined by David Feldman (1:20), Max Muncy (7:10), and Scott Emerson (13:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 31 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend previewed the A's & Braves in Atlanta and was joined by: 15:45 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster (Hot Take Tuesday) 31:20 CJ Nitkowski - Braves TV Analyst & MLB Network Radio Host 46:50 Walt Weiss - Braves Manager, 1988 AL ROY & World Series Champion with the Athletics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault, Nate Littlefield, and Cody Elias take calls from fans and discuss the A's 4-0 loss to the Braves in game one of their three-game set in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend reacts to the A's opening weekend in Toronto (1:00), overusing the bullpen (12:00) and the A's lineup construction so far in 2026 (17:00) and was joined by: 27:55 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Doskow and Ken Korach preview game one of the Athletics and Braves from Truist Park. They were joined by Mark Bowman (1:22), Austin Wynns (10:36), and Mark Kotsay (16:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault, Cody Elias, and Nate Littlefield take calls from fans and discuss the A's 5-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in the finale of their three-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault, Nate Littlefield, and Cody Elias take calls from fans and discuss the A's 8-7 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in game two of their three-game set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Baribault, Chris Townsend, and Nate Littlefield take calls from fans and discuss the A's 3-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in their 2026 Opening Day matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's manager Mark Kotsay discuss: Weather in Toronto vs Arizona Opening Day now vs first time managing Maturity of players in the clubhouse Meeting and speech before Opening Day Expectations for the players and where they should be by the end of the season Excitement around the pitching staff with Luis Severino & Jeffrey Springs Bullpen plans and how he will use each guy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend reacts to A's Opening day in Toronto vs the Blue Jays and was joined by: 17:30 Max Muncy - A's Third Baseman 27:25 Tim Kurkjian - ESPN MLB Analyst & Broadcaster 43:40 Mark Kotsay - A's Manager Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Doskow and Ken Korach preview the A's 2026 Opening Night matchup in Toronto. They were joined by David Feldman (1:23), Martin Gallegos (7:13), and Mark Kotsay (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend reacts to the announcement of Luis Severino as the Athletics' Opening Day starter and discusses the most intriguing players to watch in 2026. Ken Korach joins the show one last time during Spring Training. Key Moments: 7:00 – Luis Severino’s Opening Day start 13:05 – Most intriguing player for 2026 1:04:10 – Emulating the Dodgers' success 1:22:10 – Ken Korach interview 1:43:30 – Is the 9x9x9 challenge possible? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 19 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed MLB's deal with Polymarket and what it means (3:40), how the Maxx Crosby deal with the Raiders helps the A's in Las Vegas (1:02:20) and the TV ratings for the WBC final (1:10:15). He was joined by: 32:15 Ryan Divish - Covers the Mariners for the Seattle Times 1:22:35 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:42:15 Aaron Civale - A's Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 17 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the return of Lawrence Butler to the lineup (4:45), the value of WRC+ (30:30) and why the WBC has found the right location for the tournament (44:10). He was joined by: 14:00 Mike Ferrin - PxP voice of the WBC on SiriusXM 1:10:43 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 1:23:00 Chris Caray - A's Broadcaster 1:39:55 Jeff McNeil - A's Second Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 16 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the A's recent roster moves (8:55) and Team USA's win in the WBC (16:45). He was joined by: 59:25 Shea Langeliers - A's Catcher 1:22:30 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:40:20 Jeffrey Springs - A's Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 13 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how important Spring Training games are for players battling for spots (14:10) and the players who have impressed so far for the A's (31:30) and was joined by: 1:04:25 Dallas Braden - A's Analyst on NBC Sports California 1:21:20 Ken Korach - Radio Voice of the A's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 12 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the media landscape in baseball and how it continues to evolve (58:50) and was joined by: 8:45 Jared Sandler - Broadcaster for the Texas Rangers 27:30 Paul Hembekides - Content Producer for ESPN & New York Times Bestselling Author 1:22:10 Chris Caray - A's Radio/Television Broadcaster 1:40:15 Luis Severino - A's Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 11 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend recap the wild night in sports between the WBC, NFL & NBA (1:35), why Spring Training stats matter (11:35), Team USA's loss to Team Italy in the WBC (32:40) and who the A's biggest breakout player in 2026 could be (54:10). He was joined by: 49:00 Brent Rooker - 2x All-Star & A's DH 1:12:45 Hogan Harris - A's Reliever 1:22:10 Jenny Cavnar & Jesse Goldberg-Strassler - A's Radio Broadcasters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 10 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the WBC & Team USA's win (11:15), the return of Zack Gelof to the A's Lineup (21:45) and how the Dodgers star power is good for the A's long-term (27:30). He was joined by: 43:00 Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder 1:06:05 Bobby Crosby - 2004 AL Rookie of the Year & A's Third Base Coach 1:27:35 Jesse Goldberg-Strassler - Voice of the Lansing Lugnuts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 9 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the buzz around the A's after Bgi League Weekend (11:18), why development is so important for the A's (17:10) and played everyone's favorite game of Know Your Reds (1:38:29). He was joined by: 27:55 Jesús Cano - Prospects Writer for Baseball America 1:10:30 Darell Hernaiz - A's Infielder 1:22:25 Jenny Cavnar - A's Broadcaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 8 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from Big League Weekend in Las Vegas and was joined by: 1:55 Tommy White - A's Third Baseman & 9th ranked prospect 11:15 Bobby Crosby - 2004 AL Rookie of the Year & A's Third Base Coach 29:53 Marc Badain - President of the Athletics 50:45 Fran Riordan - Manager of the Las Vegas Aviators 1:07:55 Ken Korach - Radio Voice of the Athletics 1:23:15 Don Logan - President of the Las Vegas Aviators Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 7 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from Big League Weekend in Las Vegas and was joined by: 27:05 Scott Hatteberg - Former A's First Baseman & Special Assistant to Baseball Operations 41:42 Eric Chavez - 6x Gold Glove Winner & A's Hall of Famer 55:20 Mick Akers - Sports Business & Transportation journalist at Las Vegas Review Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 6 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how the A's can built out their pitching staff for the 2026 season (7:25), why Tyler Soderstrom is poised for a big season (14:20) and why the A's record on June 5 is important (1:00:20). He was joined by: 27:45 Sam Dykstra - Reporter for MLB Pipeline and Contributor for MLB Network 48:55 Branden Nett - A's 6th Ranked prospect & Right-Handed Starting Pitcher for Spring Breakout 1:10:40 Jacob Wilson - A's 2025 All-Star 1:21:55 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster (Know Your Rockies) 1:41:07 Max Muncy - A's Third Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 5 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the vibes surrounding the Angels ahead of the game vs the Athletics (4:50), Henry Bolte and how to handle his playing time (23:03) and why the talk of Kyler Murray and the A's needs to stop (1:06:45). He was joined by: 33:14 Martín Gallegos - Covers the A's for MLB.com 1:21:30 Chris Caray - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:42:40 Gunnar Hoglund - A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 4 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how we can make the WBC mean more (8:50), how many A's players made ESPN's top 100 list (43:43) and Tyler Soderstrom not making the top 100 list (1:08:28). He was joined by: 1:01:00 Henry Bolte - A's 2022 Second Round Pick & Outfielder 1:16:55 Brady Basso - A's Left-Handed Reliever 1:24:17 Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion, 5x All-Star & A's Broadcaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 2 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed why he is excited to see Henry Bolte & Leo De Vries play today vs the Padres (6:50), who the best ABS team so far has been during Spring Training (57:20) and why baseball needs to stop suppressing talent (1:04:00). He was joined by: 40;25 Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion 1:13:20 Chris Caray - A's Broadcaster 1:29:20 Jacob Lopez - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:42:50 Justin Sterner - A's Right-Handed Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 27th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend provided an update on the Nick Kurtz extension talks (14:00) and if Jamie Arnold could reach the the A's as fast as Nick Kurtz did in 2025 (32:40) He was joined by: 47:38 Jamie Arnold - A's 2025 First Round Pick & Left-Handed Pitcher 1:06:45 Ed Sprague - A's Director of Player Development 1:21:45 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:41:30 Michael Kelly - A's Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 26th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how everyone is interested in the new ABS System (29:40) and why 2026 the A's players finally have some normalcy (56:23). He was joined by: 9:27 Mike Ferrin - Host of Power Alley on MLB Network Radio 1:06:43 Jack Perkins - A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:21:40 Ken Korach - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:40:35 Colby Thomas - A's Outfielder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 24th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed Leo De Vries being in the top five prospects on MLB Network (8:15), how the new ABS system will help Luis Severino (33:25) and why Milwaukee Brewers let us all down in 2025 (1:07:50). He was joined by: 1:00:45 Mason Barnett - A's Starting Pitcher 1:24:20 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:42:45 Gage Jump - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 23rd edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed his big takeaway from being in Mesa at A's Spring Training (8:40), why he's tired of hearing about the Dodgers (33:05) and Nick Kurtz hitting leadoff (39:30). He was joined by: 1:00:50 Dallas Braden - A's Broadcaster & Coach during Spring Training 1:16:20 Tyler Ferguson - A's Reliever 1:25:50 Darell Hernaiz - A's Infielder 1:35:40 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 20th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 5:00 Chris Caray - A’s Broadcaster 19:45 Brent Rooker - 2x All-Star & A’s DH 34:20 Tyler Soderstrom - A’s Left Fielder 47:30 Scott Barlow - New A’s Right-Handed Reliever 1:06:00 Jeffrey Springs - A’s Left- Handed Starting Pitcher 1:15:30 Denzel Clarke - A’s Center Fielder 1:23:10 Max Muncy - A’s Third Baseman 1:30:50 Steve Fanelli - Senior VP of Business Operations for the A’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A's General Manager David Forst discusses: Growth of the A's Minor League System How he feels going into the 2026 season Expectations for Luis Severino & Luis Morales Additions to the bullpen The third base battle Nick Kurtz' first full season Bob Melvin returning to the A's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 19th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 1:15 Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder 27:05 David Forst - A's General Manager 56:30 Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach 1:12:50 Aaron Civale - A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:31:20 Jacob Wilson - 2025 A's All-Star Shortstop 1:40:40 Hogan Harris - A's Left-Handed Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 18th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 6:00 Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer 45:20 Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics 1:02:30 Luis Severino - A's Starting Pitcher 1:27:10 Shea Langeliers - A's Catcher 1:42:30 Jeff McNeil - A's Second Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's manager Mark Kotsay discuss the start of Spring Training for the Athletics, his message for the season, the A's pitching heading into 2026, Luis Severino's second year with the team, the bullpen mentality and building off a strong finish in 2025, the third base battle and continued growth from Shea Langeliers and Nick Kurtz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Dallas sits down with Athletics’ unanimous Rookie of the Year Nick Kurtz to break down his historic rise to the Big Leagues! Nick dives into the surreal moment he got "the call" from Fran Riordan, the mental approach behind his massive power surge in 2025, and what was going through his head during that legendary 4-homer night in Houston. They also discuss his move to the leadoff spot, the impact of having a veteran like Brent Rooker in the clubhouse, and why this young A’s core is ready to take the next step toward winning baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SS Jacob Wilson, A's General Manager David Forst, and Assistant General Manager Dan Feinstein conduct a press conference in Las Vegas, NV. 0:00 Start of show 1:30 A's Jacob Wilson to a 7-year contract extension 9:55 Jacob Wilson Press Conference 23:47 Jacob Wilson - A's Shortstop 34:30 David Forst - A's General Manager 43:18 Jack Wilson - 2004 All-Star & Father of Jacob Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 18 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from the A's Clubhouse in West Sacramento to discuss the upcoming season for the Athletics and the unique giveaways at the ballpark this season! He was joined by: 5:30 Jacob Wilson - 2025 All-Star & A’s Shortstop 19:45 Tyler Soderstrom - Gold Glove Finalist & A’s Left Fielder 33:15 Brent Rooker - 2005 All-Star & A’s DH 45:30 Nick Kurtz - 2025 AL Rookie of the Year & A’s First Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LF Tyler Soderstrom, A's General Manager David Forst, and Manager Mark Kotsay will conduct a press conference in Las Vegas, NV. 0:00 Start of show 1:30 A's Sign Tyler Soderstrom to a 7-year contract extension 15:00 Tyler Soderstrom Press Conference 34:20 Mark Kotsay - A's Manager 41:50 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 51:35 David Forst - A's General Manager Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Winter Meetings Day two PM Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 1:00 Torey Lovullo - Torey Lovullo - Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks 25:25 Don Kelly - Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates 31:20 Brian Kenny - Host of MLB Now on MLB Network 47:18 Jim Duquette - Former MLB GM & Co-Host of Power Alley on SiriusXM 1:01:40 Mike Ferrin - Co-Host of Power Alley on SiriusXM 1;35:50 Tony Vitello - Manager of the San Francisco Giants 1:47:55 Joe Rudi - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion 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 Orlando that include: 1:00 Jon Morosi - MLB Network Insider & Personality 16:35 Paul Hembekides - Content Producer for ESPN & New York Times Best Selling Author 32:30 Alden Gonzalez - National Baseball Reporter for ESPN 49:20 Kevin Acee - Covers the Padres for the San Diego Union Tribune 1:06:35 Robert Murray - MLB Insider for FanSided 1:28:55 Bob Nightengale - National Baseball Columnist for USA Today 1:47:00 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices