Oakland A's Podcast

From A's Cast Live to the A's Clubhouse Show, take MLB's top podcast with you on the go! With in-depth shows hosted by Chris Townsend, Ken Korach and Vince Cotroneo, A's Cast is your #1 destination for all baseball headlines and stories.

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#6: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
Every A's fan knows Sean Doolittle was a power-hitting first baseman that, after experiencing career threatening injuries, became a flame-throwing pitcher. But what was Sean thinking during that transition? Sean talks openly with Ken about his life, the game and his current relationship with social media.
23 min
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4/19/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
The A's are riding the struggle bus. MLB.com's Alyson Footer caught up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to find out how they can turn their season around, what it will take to bring Jesse Hahn back up to the big leagues, and whether or not Ryan Madson could take over the closer's role from Sean Doolittle.
9 min
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#5: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
Coach Emo, known to a wider audience as Bullpen Coach Scott Emerson, has an interesting role overseeing A¹s relief pitchers. Once a player in the A's system, he¹s worked closely with Keith Lieppman and Curt Young. But who did he want to phone first when he got the call from Bob Melvin that he was joining the Big Leagues? Ken finds out.
21 min
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4/13/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Sean Doolittle is still trying to find his groove. MLB.com's Alyson Footer caught up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to reflect on Doolittle and bullpen's recent struggles, why the team needs a day off to recharge their batteries, and despite being one of the highest paid players on the A's, Billy Butler's role has lessened.
11 min
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4/6/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Despite the first two games of 2016, the A's are optimistic about the season. MLB.com's Alyson Footer catches up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to look on the bright side and talk about the bullpen strength and the positive outlook from the team going forward.
10 min
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#4: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
Some might say Susan Slusser has a dream job, covering the A's for the San Francisco Chronicle. But she also has her sights set on Ken's job! Susan and Ken discuss approaching players after tough games, her history behind a mic and did you know that's Susan's voice at the beginning of every episode?
30 min
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3/31/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
The A's named Felix Doubront their fifth starter. MLB.com's Alyson Footer caught up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to find out how he beat out Jesse Hahn and why Billy Butler is ready to bounce back in 2016.
13 min
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3/25/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
How is the dry Arizona heat affecting the Athletics hurlers? MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to find out where Felix Doubront fits into the pitching staff, how the rest of the pitching staff is shaping up, and update Jarrod Parker's decision to rehab.
13 min
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#3: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
Ken Korach talks with Director of Player Development Keith Lieppman about technology's role in Minor League coordination.
17 min
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3/15/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Jarrod Parker's going through a tough time after he re-injured his elbow last week. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Athletics reporter Jane Lee discuss what the next step will be for Parker and whether or not Stephen Vogt's on track to start Opening Day.
10 min
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#2: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
A's radio announcer Ken Korach talks with third base coach Ron Washington about his fielding philosophies and how the new crop of A's talent stacks up against the A's all-time great fielders.
10 min
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3/10/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
The A's faced a few setbacks in camp on Thursday. MLB.com's Tim McMaster caught up with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to find out the latest on Jarrod Parker's injury, what's going on with Rich Hill and how Franklin Barreto is making a major splash in camp.
13 min
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#1: Taking Effect with Ken Korach
In our first episode, A's radio play-by-play announcer Ken Korach talks with A's general manager David Forst about offseason acquisitions, his mentors and staying on the cutting edge.
28 min
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3/3/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
A's radio play-by-play broadcaster Vince Cotroneo is looking forward to watching Matt Chapman grow in Spring Training. Athletics reporter Jane Lee caught up with Cotroneo to understand how important Spring Training is to broadcasters and why Chapman's a threat on both sides of the plate.
6 min
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2/26/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
How's life in green and gold treating newcomer John Axford so far? Athletics reporter Jane Lee catches up with Axford to talk facial hair, the Oscars and bullpen prowess.
6 min
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2/18/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Keep an eye on the Athletics rotation in Spring Training. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee sift through starter options, outfielders vying for opportunities and time and how camp can't always predict how the regular season will turn out.
11 min
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2/11/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Did the A's find success filling some glaring holes from 2015? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee spotlight the additions of Ryan Madson, John Axford and Liam Hendriks to beef up the bullpen and discuss any other needs the A's might have heading into Spring Training.
12 min
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2/4/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Which A's could earn a starting spot from the bench? What about throw a no-hitter? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee dive a little deeper into the A's roster and get to know their 2016 club.
11 min
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1/28/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Can Sonny Gray improve his second-half performance in 2016? MLB.com's Dave Raymond checks in with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to spotlight Gray's offseason workouts and a few prospects looking to make a splash with the A's this season.
12 min
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1/21/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Left field has yet to be filled in Oakland. MLB.com's Dave Raymond checks in with Athletics reporter Jane Lee to sift through potential outfielders, including Coco Crisp and spotlight newcomer Yonder Alonso and why he brings stability to the infield.
10 min
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1/13/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Why will Josh Reddick have a breakout year in Oakland? MLB.com's Dave Raymond challenges Athletics broadcaster Ken Korach to make a few bold predictions in 2016, including whether or not the A's can improve from last season.
11 min
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1/6/16: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
It's never a safe guess to count the Athletics out of contention. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics radio broadcaster Ken Korach stress the importance of improving the club's defense and bullpen and why Mark Kotsay could be a difference maker in the front office in 2016.
11 min
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12/21/15: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Which A's will take the field in 2016 on Opening Day? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee preview the starting rotation and roster for next season and how they'll address their left-field log jam.
9 min
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12/17/15: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
The A's have had a productive offseason so far. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee look at Billy Beane's construction so far and why Ryan Madson's three-year contract was a little surprising.
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12/7/15: MLB.com Extras | Oakland Athletics
Oakland's still trying to get their groove back. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Athletics reporter Jane Lee are live in Nashville at the Winter Meetings to dive into Billy Beane's plan, who the A's could pick up for their rotation and why Brett Lawrie could be a valuable trading chip.
7 min