A's Podcast

Chris Townsend and Dominic Cotroneo preview the A's and White Sox from Camelback Ranch. They were joined by Bob Melvin, who provided an update on A.J. Puk and Lou Trivino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and Vince Cotroneo preview the A's matchup vs the Chicago Cubs at Hohokam Stadium. They were joined by Matt Olson, Lou Trivino and Daniel Gossett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the March 2 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from Spring Training in Mesa ahead of the Athletics and Cubs. He was joined by Sandy Alomar Jr (9:44), Aviators manager, Fran Riordan (16:44), Dominic Cotroneo (28:38), Grady Fuson (58:20), Dallas Braden (1:06:15), Lou Trivino (1:27:45) and Matt Olson (1:45:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Korach, Vince Cotroneo and Chris Townsend preview the A's matchup vs the Cleveland Indians during Big League Weekend in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Ray Fosse, Brandon Tierney of CBS Sports Radio and Bip Roberts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Bill Ripken of MLB Network, the voice of the San Diego Padres, Ted Leitner, Will Leitch of MLB.com and Martin Gallegos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed David Ortiz’s comments about the Astros' scandal (:55), Madison Bumgarner’s alter ego (25:00) and power ranks which 2019 division champions have the best chance to repeat in 2020 (32:15). He was joined by Billy Ripken of MLB Network (45:25), the radio voice of the Padres, Ted Leitner (59:20), Mark Simon of Sports Info Solutions (1:11:55), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (1:28:40), Brandon Tierney of CBS Sports Radio (1:47:30), Bip Roberts (2:07:10) and Ray Fosse (2:23:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 26 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend recapped the A’s first Spring Training victory (:56), which 2019 division champion has the best chance to repeat in 2020 (12:07) and how teams learn from losing (2:13:00). He was joined by Ray Fosse (26:30), Brandon Tierney of CBS Sports Radio (1:00:45), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (1:34:40), Bip Roberts (1:55:05) and Mark Simon of Sports Info Solutions (2:19:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 24 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend David Ortiz’s comments about the Astros situation (24:06), The best promotional giveaways in Major League Baseball for the 2020 season (1:31:00), Madison Bumgarner’s alter ego (1:35:00), why this is the year of Matt Olson (1:51:10) and honoring Willie Mays (2:46:35). He was joined by Will Leitch of MLB.com (1:03:35), the voice of the Padres, Ted Leitner (1:59:05), Bill Ripken of the MLB Network (2:28:15) and Martin Gallegos (2:56:37). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special edition of A's Cast Live as Chris Townsend, Vince Cotroneo (16:20) and Ken Korach (28:30) discuss the new home of all Oakland A's audio content, A's Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Chris Russo of High Heat on the MLB Network, Ray Fosse, Angels color analyst, Mark Gubicza and Kerry Crowley of the Mercury News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Steve Garvey, Bradford Doolittle of ESPN, Lou Merloni of WEEI in Boston and Shooty Babitt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny and Cody Elias recap the Houston Astros press conference and media availability and how they can move forward in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discusses the mega trade between the Red Sox and Dodgers (:55), The Wall Street Journal report on the Astros (10:55), the potential new playoff format (25:05), Nick Swisher’s response to the Astros scandal (51:00) and honoring Rickey Henderson (1:03:00). He is joined by Bradford Doolittle of ESPN (1:08:00), Steve Garvey (1:21:15), Lou Merloni of WEEI in Boston (1:29:40), Shooty Babitt (1:41:55), Ray Fosse (1:58:45), Mark Gubicza of the Angels ((2:33:20) and Chris Russo of MLB Network (2:50:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 12 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend breaks down the new MLB rules changes (5:54), more on the new proposed playoff format (37:10), the continued fallout from the Astros scandal (2:06:20) and honoring Rickey Henderson (2:18:25). He was joined by Harry Pavlidis of Baseball Prospectus (15:40), Chris Russo of the MLB Network (1:04:30), Ray Fosse (1:29:45) and Angels color analyst, Mark Gubicza (2:23:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 10 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the mega trade involving Mookie Betts (2:55), the Wall Street Journal report on the Astros (17:37), MLB’s potential changes to the playoffs (1:11:45) and AJ Hinch’s interview with Tom Verducci (2:08:00). He was joined by Bradford Doolitte of ESPN (28:00), Kerry Crowley (56:10), Steve Garvey (1:37:50), Former Red Sox now radio host in Boston, Lou Merloni (1:55:30) and Shooty Babitt (2:15:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny and Cody Elias discuss if the Mookie Betts trade will actually happen, Max Muncy's new contract and if we could see a possible World Series rematch this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend explained how the American League is changing (:55), One stat for every American League West team (23:35), Pete Rose asking for reinstatement (31:15) and celebrated Black History Month and the career of Hank Aaron on his 86th birthday (39:00). He was joined by Susan Slusser (43:07), Glen Kuiper (58:30), Hall of Famer, Jayson Stark (1:10:10), Sarah Langs (1:25:10), Jessica Kleinschmidt of NBC Sports (1:39:50), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (1:54:00), Jerry Hairston Jr (2:09:05) and Ray Fosse (2:19:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Hall of Famer, Jayson Stark, Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago, Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio and Sarah Langs of MLB.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Chris Bassitt, Reds analyst, Jeff Brantley, MLB Network's Chris Rose and David Schoenfield of ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 5 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the three team trade involving Mookie Betts (2:30), one stat that will blow your mind about the A’s (1:11:50) and celebrating Hank Aaron on his 86th birthday (2:31:30). He was joined by Jessica Kleinschmidt of NBC Sports Bay Area (26:55), Paul Hembekides of ESPN (41:45), Jerry Hairston Jr (57:20), Ray Fosse (1:23:10) and A’s Historian, David Feldman (1:58:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's historian David Feldman break down the top managers in Oakland Athletics history. Let us know who your top 10 managers in A's history are by tweeting your list to @AthleticsCast24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the February 3 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed Mookie Watch (16:15), One stat that a will shape 2020 for the AL team (1:12:10) and the top uniforms in baseball according to the Athletic (1:44:00). He was joined by Susan Slusser (26:10), Sarah Langs of MLB.com (56:50), Dodgers host, Dave Vassegh (1:21:15), Glen Kuiper (1:48:30) and the Hall of Famer, Jayson Stark (2:05:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, A’s Farm Editor-in-Chief Bill Moriarity talks with some of the A’s top young hitting prospects from A’s FanFest, including outfielder Seth Brown and catchers Sean Murphy and Jonah Heim, and also checks in with the A’s new assistant hitting coach, and former Triple-A hitting coach, Eric Martins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed if fans are suffering from Houston Astros fatigue (:54), the Dodgers reaction to the Astros at their fan fest (14:55), why Mookie Betts isn’t worth the money (20:07) and the 2020 projections for the Oakland Athletics (46:00). He was joined by Chris Rose of the MLB Network (52:40), Reds analyst, Jeff Brantley (1:05:50), Ray Fosse (1:18:35), David Schoenfield of ESPN (1:41:20), Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio (1:54:15) and A’s pitcher, Chris Bassitt (2:12:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Oakland A's president Dave Kaval talks about the the latest vote in the effort to secure a new ballpark at Jack London Square for the Oakland A's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 31 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed why he wouldn’t give Mookie Betts the money (46:21), the Astros strikeout numbers from 2017 (1:40:20) and the 2020 projections for the A’s (2:10:05). He was joined by Chris Bassitt (11:40), David Schoenfield of ESPN (29:55), Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago (1:12:55), Former 49ers lineman Alex Boone (1:30:00), Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio (1:50:10) and A’s President Dave Kaval (2:18:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 29 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the Astros hiring Dusty Baker (13:48), the Mookie Betts situation in Boston (43:06) and the Dodgers reaction to the Astros at their fan fest (1:32:50). He was joined by Reds analyst Jeff Brantley (51:20), Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe (1:15:20), Chris Rose of MLB Network (1:39:40) and Ray Fosse (2:08:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Pitchers from Fan Fest with Chris Bassitt, Sean Manaea, Mike Fiers and J.B. Wendelken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Players from Fan Fest hosted by Glen Kuiper with Matt Chapman, Matt Olson, Marcus Semien and Hitting Coach, Darren Bush. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps the A's Youth Movement session from Fan Fest hosted by Vince Cotroneo with A.J. Puk, Jesus Luzardo, Sean Murphy and James Kaprielian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps the A's Alumni session hosted by Ken Korach at Fan Fest with Hall of Famers Dennis Eckersley and Rollie Fingers, Ray Fosse and Bip Roberts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps the State of the A's session with Manager Bob Melvin and General Manager David Forst from Fan Fest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny the State of the A's session from Fan Fest with Billy Beane and Dave Kaval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Vince Cotroneo and Chris Townsend recap interviews from A's Fan Fest from: Bob Melvin, Liam Hendriks, A.J. Puk and Martin Gallegos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Jesus Luzardo, All-Star Liam Hendriks, Doug Glanville of ESPN and Boog Sciambi of ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Astros analyst Geoff Blum, Ray Fosse, Scott Miller and Woody Paige of ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, A’s Farm editor-in-chief Bill Moriarity talks with some of the A’s top young pitching prospects from A’s FanFest, including lefties Jesus Luzardo and A.J. Puk and righties James Kaprielian and Daulton Jefferies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sound from 2020 A's Fan Fest. Live Q&A's and exclusive interviews from: Bob Melvin, Liam Hendriks and A.J. Puk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend discussed the 2020 Hall of Fame Class (:55), Jim Crane's statement on the Astros' players (11:21), robo umps (24:00), the excitement heading into the season (36:05) and Scott Boras' comments on the players apologizing (46:10). He was joined by Geoff Blum (56:10), Woody Paige of ESPN (1:11:30), Ray Fosse (1:27:45), Scott Miller of Bleacher Report (1:54:20), Roxy Bernstein (2:12:20), Jesus Luzardo (2:22:20), Doug Glanville of ESPN (2:31:35), Liam Hendriks (2:42:30) and Boog Sciambi of ESPN (2:56:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 22 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the 2020 Hall of Fame Class (2:14), the Astros' situation (16:00) and robo umps (1:00:20). He was joined by Astros analyst Geoff Blum (26:30), Ray Fosse (1:13:55), Woody Paige of ESPN (1:45:30) & Scott Miller of Bleacher Report (2:06:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Hall of Famer, Dan Shaughnessy, Lou Merloni, Tom Stone and Ray Fosse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Mike Petriello, Matt Thomas and Martin Gallegos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny and Cody Elias discuss the continued fallout from Major League Baseball's investigation with the Houston Astros and which players might get into Cooperstown next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 15 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the Red Sox decision to mutually part ways with manager Alex Cora (:55) and was joined by Tom Stone (27:30), Athletics GM, David Forst (52:07), Hall of Fame columnist, Dan Shaughnessy (1:15:10), Former Boston Red Sox infielder now radio host, Lou Merloni (1:50:10) and Ray Fosse (2:08:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oakland A's General Manager, David Forst, discussed the Athletics acquisition of Tony Kemp, who will play 2nd base for the team, how the team handled the arbitration hearings and what the starting rotation could look like in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the January 13 edition of A’s Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the penalties given to the Houston Astros and the firings of AJ Hinch and Jeff Luhnow that shook Major League Baseball (:55). He was joined by Martin Gallegos (25:55), Astros Pre/Post game host in Houston, Matt Thomas (1:05:00), A’s Historian, David Feldman (1:29:30) & Mike Petriello of MLB.com (2:03:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Townsend and A's historian David Feldman break down the Top 10 Oakland A's Closers of all-time. Let us know who your top 10 A's Closers of all-time are by tweeting your list to @AthleticsCast24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chris Townsend, Towny recaps A's Cast Live interviews from: Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley, Buster Olney of ESPN and Sunday Night Baseball and the pitching coach of the Athletics, Scott Emerson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices