OBP: An Oakland Athletics podcast
Are you a fan of the Oakland Athletics? Then you're in for a treat with not just one, but two fantastic shows from FFSN's new A's flagship, "OBP (Oakland Baseball Podcast)"!
First up is "The Town Tailgate" hosted by Chris and Julio, two die-hard A's fans who aren't afraid to speak their minds. They provide a fresh take on all things A's with their candid conversations and insightful analysis. Each episode feels like you're sitting with them in the parking lot, enjoying some cold beers and good times while talking about your favorite team. Next up is "Oaktown Boys" featuring the dynamic duo of Dan and Cory. These best friends are true A's fanatics, and they bring that passion to every episode as they break down the latest news, share their predictions, and react to the current state of the club. Both shows bring their own unique flair to the table, giving listeners a well-rounded perspective on the Oakland Athletics. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to get into the game, these podcasts are the perfect way to stay up-to-date on all things A's. So kick back, and tune in to "The Town Tailgate" and "Oaktown Boys" and for your weekly dose of A's talk!"
76
Is Anyone Going to Win the Wildcard?
<p>Chris and Julio talk about Salvador Perez potentially making history, the Hall of Fame induction ceremony and the epic final series of the season for the Dodgers vs Giants. (00:00:23)</p>
<p>Then, they discuss the rumors of Billy Beane making a move, AJ Put being optioned to the Aviators and what the pitching staff can do to get out of this slump. (00:31:40)</p>
<p>After that they talk about the train wreck that is the AL Wild Card race, the strength of schedule for the 5 teams in the race, who the key player is for those teams to be successful and predictions on who will be in the win or go home game in October. (00:53:42)</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it off with previewing the coming schedule, pick their player of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week. (01:19:39)</p>
93 min
77
The 4 Train to the Coliseum
<p>Chris and Julio talk about Miguel Cabrera joining the 500 home run club, the drug scandal inside of the Angels front office and MLB players union proposing a $100 million payroll minimum. (00:00:25)</p>
<p>After that they vent about the downward spiral the A’s have gone in the past 15 games. They share some stats that explain what might be the issue with the team during this losing run and how they think they can fix it. (00:21:10)</p>
<p>Then, Robbie Schlatter from the 4 Train Savages Podcast joins the guys to talk about the Yankees, what they have improved on that has led to this 11 game win streak, what players A’s fans should keep an eye out for in this coming series and preview the coming series this weekend. (00:41:04)</p>
<p>Finally they finish it off with previewing the coming schedule, picking players of the week and Essential Tailgate Tools of the week and updating the polls. (01:18:22)</p>
93 min
78
August Sucks
<p>Chris and Julio talk about Tyler Gilbert throwing a no-hitter in his MLB debut start, how the Red Sox, Padres and Mets have been crashing hard since the All Star break and the impact the Field of Dreams game had on baseball and pop culture. (00:00:32)</p>
<p>After that, they discuss the Chris Bassitt accident in the White Sox game. How will the team continue with his absence? And what does this mean for the starting rotation? (00:36:11)</p>
<p>Then they talk about how the return of Chad Pinder can help the team spark the offense back up and how it helps the lineup. (00:59:56)</p>
<p>They finish it off with previewing the coming schedule, pick a player of the week, pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week and finally Chris shares a story of when he met Zumbi from Zion I in remembrance of him passing away this past week. (01:06:39)</p>
80 min
79
Win For Foss
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the Field of Dreams game and the cultural impact the movie has on the game of baseball. Spoiler alert, Julio hasn’t seen it and has terrible taste in movies. (00:00:32)</p>
<p>Then they talk about USA Baseball winning the silver metal in the olympics, Barstool Sports possibly doing a MLB broadcast next year and the controversy over the Rockies mascot and a fan being mistakenly criticized for saying racist terms at a game. (00:07:50)</p>
<p>After that, they jump into A’s news with the unfortunate and unexpected news of Ray Fosse announcing he has to step away from the team due to health issues, Ramon Laureano’s suspension, AJ Puk being called up, Nick Allen and Khris Davis join the Las Vegas Aviators in AAA and Julio reminisces from his first game back to the Coliseum in 3 years. (00:32:23)</p>
<p>After the break the guys give 3 keys to the A’s having a successful last month and a half of the season to make the final playoff push. (00:55:35)</p>
<p>Then they finish it off with previewing the coming schedule, pick their player of the week, give their Essential Tailgate Tools of the week and update the polls. (01:16:19)</p>
90 min
80
Deadline Madness
<p>Chris and Julio kick it off with some American pride! Team USA baseball makes it to the Semi finals to face Korea so they talk about their road to Olympic gold. Then they discuss the contract standoff between the Mets and 1st round pick Kumar Rocker and the heckling the Astros got from the Dodger fans in their series. (00:00:24)</p>
<p>Then, they jump into the second move the A’s made over the weekend acquiring Josh Harrison and Yan Gomes. They break down how the two players help the team, what they can do for the batting order and how productive they have been so far since joining. (00:24:02)</p>
<p>After that the guys play Trade Deadline Winners & Losers. They talk about the biggest moves of the deadline and the teams that suffered or didn’t take advantage of acquiring young talent for expiring contracts. (00:42:14)</p>
<p>They finish it off with previewing the upcoming schedule, pick a player of the week and pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week. (01:24:14)</p>
94 min
81
42. Marte Par-taaay!
<p>Chris and Julio start it off with their reaction to the Starling Marte trade to the A’s for Jesus Luzardo. (00:00:31)</p>
<p>After that they talk about the Mariners trading a bull pen piece to the Astros in the middle of a series against them, the new name announcement for the baseball team in Cleveland and the news about Mets 1st round pick Kumar Rocker and why he hasn’t signed with the team yet. (00:23:16)</p>
<p>Then, they do a full trade deadline breakdown so far as well as some predictions for the big names rumoring around the league with just two days left in the deadline. (00:43:58)</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it up with previewing the coming schedule, picking their players of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week. (01:24:07)</p>
96 min
82
S**t or Get Off The Pot
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the NL East just being an absolute train wreck this season, recent deadline trades of Joc Pederson and Stephen Vogt (former Oakland great) to the Braves, the heavyweight battle of a series between the two best teams in baseball Giants vs Dodgers and celebrate the first ever MLB all female broadcast. (00:00:32)</p>
<p>After that, they jump into the A’s news of a disappointing series with Cleveland, dominant win over LA, Chris Berman’s article on Piscotty and any OF trade possibilities to look out for at the deadline. (00:35:40)</p>
<p>Then, they jump into stadium talk with the recent Oakland City Council meeting/vote on the proposed Howard Terminal site. What this vote means, what went on in the meeting, how to digest all the information from the meeting and where the A’s and the city go from here. (00:52:26)</p>
<p>They finish it off with a preview of the coming week, pick players of the week and pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week. (01:31:10)</p>
102 min
83
Group Chat!
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the All Star game festivities this past weekend, Ronald Acuna tearing his ACL and MLB committing a large amount of money to the Players Alliance to help grow the game in urban areas in the country. (00:00:28)</p>
<p>After that it’s the first ever Group Chat! Alex Espinoza from The Rickey Henderson of Blogs/Podcast and Jason Burke of the Locked On A’s Podcast join to discuss the first half of the season in review. They talk about the looming stadium situation, Bob Melvin’s playoff success (or lack there of), what to expect or be hopeful of in the 2nd half and what they though of the A’s draft. (00:23:15)</p>
<p>Finally they finish it off with previewing the coming schedule, pick a player of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week. (01:35:50)</p>
103 min
84
I Think That's Right. I Could Be Wrong Though...
<p>Chris and Julio discuss the aftermath of the Trevor Bauer suspension, celebrate the Brewers impressive run they have been on and discuss the All Star snubs this season.</p>
<p>Then, they talk about Matt Olson’s homer run derby selection, why the A’s continue to miss on signing free agents to big contracts and why as well as the Craig Kimbrel trade rumors.</p>
<p>After that they play “I’ve Had a Few Beers…” and give some hot takes they’ve been sitting on so far this season.</p>
<p>Finally they finish it off with previewing the upcoming schedule, pick players of the week and Essential Tailgate Tools of the Week.</p>
76 min
85
Our First Mailbag!
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the recent scandal involving Trevor Bauer and his sexual assault allegations, Kyle Schwarber lighting up the league and Chris celebrates his College World Series pick the Mississippi State Bull Dogs winning the championship.</p>
<p>Then, they discuss the A’s finally getting back some bullpen help with JB Wendelken’s return to the team, Tyler Soderstrom making the Future Stars game in the minors with his amazing season and they look back on the past 6 first round draft picks for the A’s and why he has been the only one that has gone right recently.</p>
<p>After that it’s Mailbag time! Our first mailbag and we answer all your questions you submitted to us!</p>
<p>Finally, they preview the coming week, pick players of the week and pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week.</p>
93 min
86
June Gloom, More Like June BOOM!
<p>Chris and Julio discuss the new rules MLB has implemented on pitchers using foreign substances to enhance their pitching, the awful run the D-Backs have been on and Chris gives a College World Series preview.</p>
<p>Then, they talk about the first round of All Star results, where the A’s players stand in those results, Bob Melvin’s extension and the return of The Laser.</p>
<p>After that they try to talk through what has been going on with Jesus Luzardo and why he has been so unsuccessful in his return. Is it fixable?</p>
<p>Finally, they preview the upcoming schedule, pick players of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week.</p>
90 min
87
Here's a Story, of a Man Named Trevor
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the status of Khris Davis and the controversy going around the league on pitchers using foreign substances to enhance their pitching.</p>
<p>Then, they talk about the trade rumor of the A’s potentially going after Trevor Story of the Rockies and whether it’s a good move to make or not. Then they celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the greatest Oakland A’s manager of all time Bob Melvin, talk about some roster moves and a quick minor league update.</p>
<p>After that Jon Frisch of the Super Halo Bros Podcast joins the guys to talk about the up coming series against the Angels. He gives them a behind the scenes look at the team so fans know what to look for when watching the series.</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it off with previewing the up coming schedule, pick their player of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tools of the week.</p>
88 min
88
It's Going Down, I'M YELLING PINDERRRRR!
<p>This week Chris and Julio talk about the domestic violence arrest from Marcell Ozuna, Team USA Baseball kicking off their pursuit of the Olympics with some familiar names and the controversial racial comments by Arizona Diamondbacks broadcaster Bob Brantley about Marcus Stroman.</p>
<p>After that, they celebrate Bob Melvin breaking the A’s all time managerial wins record, more injuries to key players and Dave Kaval continues his twitter nonsense this time going after the SF Bay media.</p>
<p>Then they introduce a new segment called “FTS” where they sound off for one minute on something that is bothering them about the team. After they they do some way too early trade deadline talk to see what needs this team and what players out there could help solve the issue.</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it off with previewing the coming week, pick their players of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week.</p>
85 min
89
Sometimes It's Just Best Not to Tweet
<p>Chris and Julio start off this weeks pod talking about Cardinals Manager Mike Shildt’s controversial comments criticizing MLB for cracking down on certain rules but being lenient on others, the Dodgers and Yankees’s sweeps of top tier teams and Willy Adames being traded to the Brewers.</p>
<p>Then, they give an update on Jesus Luzardo’s rehab at AAA Vegas and what him going to the bullpen at first could do for the team. Then they talk about their experience going to the Angels vs. A’s game this past weekend was like and how much they missed live baseball.</p>
<p>After that, they discuss the polarizing tweet that Dave Kaval put out of him at the Golden Knights NHL playoff game. Why A’s fans were so upset on twitter, what this means for the relocation controversy and why this could be a strategic move by Kavel in their pursuit of a new stadium.</p>
<p>Finally they preview the coming schedule, pick players of the week and pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week.</p>
66 min
90
What's the Run Differential Between Me and You?
<p>Chris and Julio talk about the over saturation of No-Hitters with two more this week and how it is effecting the popularity of the game, Tony LaRussa’s response to Mercedes hitting a ball deep on 3-0 count to a position player pitching and the Giants amazing run and how they are doing it without their best player healthy.</p>
<p>After that it’s more injury news for the A’s with Mitch Moreland landing on the 10 day IL and what that means for the club. Then they discuss the protest by the Oakland 68’s (bleachers drum group) and the message they are sending to the organization.</p>
<p>Then, the guys dive deep into why the A’s run differential is so poor yet some how they are among the top teams in the AL. Is this a problem to be concerned with all season or just a fluke the first two months?</p>
<p>Finally, they preview the coming week schedule, pick their player of the week and their Essential Tailgate Tool of the week.</p>
63 min
91
We May Need to Rebrand...
<p>Chris and Julio start by taking about another no-hitter this season pitched by Wade Miley, Shohei Othani playing the outfield after pitching 7 lights out innings, and the record of 58 straight strikeouts without a walk coming to an end for Corbin Burnes.</p>
<p>After that, they talk about James Kaprielian’s amazing first start for the A’s and how his dad went viral rooting for him in the stands. Also, Chad Pinder returning from the IL and what that means for the depth of the infield.</p>
<p>Then they discuss the shocking news around all of sports about the A’s seeking out other markets for relocation. They go deep into what this means for both sides (the organization and the city of Oakland), what both sides options are from this point, how it effects the team and the city and some perspective of what the underlying issues are and why the deal hasn’t been approved yet.</p>
<p>Finally they preview the coming week, give our their player of the week and give their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week.</p>
85 min
92
Hey, Hey, Hey! I Got DFA'd!
<p>Chris and Julio begin reflecting back on future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols’s career with the Angels after the announcement of the team releasing him as well as speculate where he could go next. Then they talk about another No-Hitter this time from the Orioles John Means and the major mistake by Tony La Russa forgetting the extra innings rules.</p>
<p>Then, this discuss the Jesus Luzardo injury and talk about the Minor Leagues season opener for the A’s affiliates.</p>
<p>After that they review the first month of the season by talking about their biggest takeaways, MVP so far, biggest surprise and who has not lived up to the expectations.</p>
<p>Finally, they preview the coming week matchups, pick a player of the week and pick this weeks Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week.</p>
78 min
93
Low Ceiling, High Floor
<p>Chris and Julio start off this week’s episode talking about Madison Bumgarner’s 7 inning no-hitter and debate whether it should be counted as an official no-hitter. Then they talk about the issues with the officiating around the league so far this season and how it is effecting the game.</p>
<p>After that, they discuss the black eye Matt Olson has from his batting cage injury, the return of Mike Fiers and a few roster changes from all the injuries the A’s have had the past week.</p>
<p>Then after the break they introduce a segment called “The Black Hole” where they talk about the struggles the 7-9 hitters are having in the lineup and who the main culprits are that are struggling so much this season.</p>
<p>Finally they preview the coming schedule, pick their player of the week and pick their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week.</p>
66 min
94
WE'RE GOING STREAKING!
<p>This week Chris and Julio start off the news around the league with Carlos Rondon’s no-hitter against Cleveland, the major viewership bump this season in the league in particular on streaming and the dominant season Corbin Burnes is having.</p>
<p>After that, they talk about the A’s amazing 11 game win streak, Matt Olson’s hot streak and how it has helped the teams success and Bob Melvin becoming the A’s all time leader in games managed.</p>
<p>Then, A’s beat writer for <a href="http://mlb.com/">MLB.com</a> Martin Gallegos joins the guys to talk about the WILD final game of the Twins series, the struggle with Sergio Romo, why the A’s have been stealing more bases this season opposed to the moneybag norm and what the DFA of Ka’ai Tom means in regards to the outfield personnel. They finish off talking about walk up music and how Martin has become the walk up song wizard at the coliseum.</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it off with previewing the coming week, picking their player of the week and picking an Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week for the coming series.</p>
81 min
95
Everyone Just Be Cool...
<p>Chris and Julio start off talking about the No-Hitter thrown by Joe Musgrove, the officiating controversies in the Mets games and 4 Astros being put on IL for violating health and safety protocols.</p>
<p>Then, they jump into the A’s news the past week with more and more hurt players being added to the Injured List, Sergio Romo’s big change and the potentially upcoming return of Mike Fiers.</p>
<p>After that, they go deep into what they think has sparked the major turnaround for the A’s since that horrible 0-5 start with a segment called “IT’S WORKING!”.</p>
58 min
96
PLEASE MAKE IT STOP!
<p>Chris and Julio begin with the wild opening weekend around the league. They start it off with the news of the All Star game moving from Atlanta to Denver, the bench clearing brawl in Cincinnati and the dueling no-hitters that happened on Saturday in the Brewers vs. Twins game.</p>
<p>Then they jump into the depressing start from the A’s. They go through the poor pitching performances, all the injuries on the team and of course the struggling offense.</p>
<p>After that, they dive deeper with a full on “Open Air Session” to talk about what changes the A’s need to make and if they don’t see them soon what the unfortunate results could be.</p>
<p>Finally, they finish it off with previewing the upcoming schedule, give out their Player of the Week and give their Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week.</p>
61 min
97
AL & NL West Season Preview
<p>Chris and Julio finish off their season preview special with part 3 talking about the West divisions. They bring on Angels fan and host of the “Super Halo Bros Podcast” Jon Firsch to break down the divisions and give their season rankings.</p>
<p>After that, they give their A’s predictions for MVP, Best Pitcher, if they will surpass the Sports Book win totals line and predict what their win total will be.</p>
<p>Finally, they add up all their points from their rankings over the past 3 episodes and pick their division, wildcard and World Series winners.</p>
92 min
98
AL & NL Central Season Preview
<p>Chris and Julio begin with the announcement of the Opening Day Staring Pitcher, the winner of the backup Catcher spot, if Daulton Jefferies can make a push for the “temporary” 5th Starter spot and the announced Bull Pen roster spots.</p>
<p>After that they continue with part 2 of 3 of their MLB season preview with breaking down the Central Divisions and seeing which teams scored best in their ranking system.</p>
94 min
99
AL & NL East Season Preview
<p>Chris and Julio begin by discussing the battle for the 4th outfielder, or should we say 3rd outfielder…</p>
<p>After that they talk about the dominance of the starting rotation in spring training and the offensive showcase “The Matts” are putting on.</p>
<p>Finally, they are joined by the Schlatter brothers to do 1 of 3 MLB season preview pods. This week they cover the East divisions.</p>
119 min
100
Drunk on Hype
<p>Chris and Julio go through the BUSY month of February for the A’s. They break down and analyze ever single trade and free agent signing starting with the big acquisition of Elvis Andrus.</p>
<p>After that, The Athletic beat writer for the A’s Alex Coffey joins the guys to talk about the backup catcher competition that will happen in camp, all the new faces in the bullpen, who the A’s new leaders could be in the club house and some East Coast vs West Coast talk.</p>
<p>Finally, they discuss the racist and ignorant comments made by Mariners FORMER team President Kevin Mather, how it could affect the team chemistry and why people like that continue to ruin the game and it’s popularity.</p>
106 min