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Locked On A"s - Daily Podcast On The Athletics

Wayne Coy, Locked On Podcast Network

Locked On A’s podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the A’s and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Ayad Bunni, Locked On A’s podcast provides you daily insightful analysis of one of the youngest rosters in all of MLB to their upcoming move to Las Vegas. Locked On A’s takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the A’s locker room and all over MLB.  Locked On A’s podcast

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FANTASTIC LIES

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2026/01/07

This episode of Locked On A’s cuts straight through the noise surrounding the A’s trademark situation and exposes how a routine legal process was twisted into a weaponized lie. What’s being pushed online isn’t confusion—it’s misinformation fueled by anger, pile-ons, and a mob that knows most people won’t push back. We break down why this story was never about fans “owning” a name, never about incompetence, and never about a franchise in chaos. Using the actual USPTO documents, we show exactly why

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HINDSIGHT: Revisiting the Kyler Murray Draft

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2026/01/07

This episode looks back at one of the most misunderstood draft picks in modern A’s history: selecting Kyler Murray in the first round. We break down why the pick was never reckless, how the A’s fully understood the football risk, and why betting on elite athletic upside was the right process even if the outcome didn’t land on a baseball field. From the signing bonus to the Heisman Trophy, we walk through the exact moment leverage shifted, why the NFL’s financial and structural advantages made

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00:25:57

A’S TRADEMARK MESS: Why the A’s Can’t Own Their Name...

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2026/01/06

The A’s just ran head-first into a wall most pro teams never even see. The United States Patent and Trademark Office has rejected “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics”—twice—calling the name too descriptive to trademark. Translation: the government says it sounds more like directions on Google Maps than a brand. Today’s show breaks down why the refusal is technically correct, why it feels insane for a 100-plus-year MLB franchise, and how bad timing—not bad law—is the real villain here. We’ll

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00:28:27

RISING SUN: Shotaro Morii, The Next Chapter in...

Locked On A"s - Daily Podcast On The Athletics ·

2026/01/06

This episode of Locked On A’s dives deep into two very different — but equally important — paths inside the A’s farm system. First, we break down the rise of Japanese two-way sensation Shotaro Morii, an 18-year-old who skipped NPB, signed directly with the A’s, and spent 2025 adjusting to American baseball in Arizona. From his advanced plate discipline and power flashes to the deliberate decision to delay his pitching debut, we explain who Morii is, what he showed in his first pro season, and why

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00:28:00

THE CASE FOR KADE: How the Aviators’ Pitcher of the...

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2026/01/05

Three prospects. Three very different paths. One big question: which one changes the future of the A’s the most? This episode is a pure upside play, diving into a pitcher who already knows what October baseball feels like in Triple-A, a burner wreaking havoc on the bases in High-A, and a switch-hitting teenage catcher learning the hardest job in baseball. This isn’t about hype clips or box-score watching. It’s about projection, risk, and why the A’s development model quietly keeps churning out real

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00:28:00

CHESS, NOT CHECKERS: Examining the A's Off Season

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2026/01/02

This show puts the A’s offseason under a bright light and doesn’t flinch. The front office didn’t go shopping like a drunken sailor — it shopped like a poker player stacking chips quietly. We break down what the trade for Jeff McNeil actually means (flexibility, contact, edge), why Mark Leiter Jr. matters more than people think (bullpen stability isn’t sexy, it’s necessary), and why the Tyler Soderstrom extension was the loudest move of them all. This wasn’t about headlines. It was about control,

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VEGAS VIBES RISING: Ron Futrell takes you inside the...

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2026/01/01

The A’s aren’t just talking about the future anymore — they’re acting like it. In this episode of Locked On A’s, Booney is joined by longtime Las Vegas sports anchor Ron Futrell to break down what the Tyler Soderstrom extension actually means. Not just for the roster, not just for payroll — but for the identity of the franchise. This is a team locking in young stars, guaranteeing real money years into the future, and doing it publicly in Las Vegas. That alone is a seismic shift. Ron was on the

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THE LAST MOVE: Jacob Wilson Extension Will End the...

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2025/12/31

The A’s offseason is coming to a quiet but calculated close, and the final domino is Jacob Wilson. In this episode of Locked On A’s, the payroll math gets laid bare — not vibes, not hope, not fan fiction, actual numbers. By breaking down cash spending versus luxury tax math, the case becomes clear: a Jacob Wilson extension in the $10–11 million per year range neatly lands the A’s right on their target cash payroll number of roughly $114 million. No coincidence. No mystery. Just precision. The Tyler

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00:28:00

CONTRACT DETAILS: The Soderstrom Deal Explained

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2025/12/31

The Tyler Soderstrom extension isn’t just a contract — it’s a statement. Seven years, $86 million tells you exactly where the A’s are headed, and this episode breaks down why this move flips the identity of the franchise on its head. The show dives into what Soderstrom means on the field, in the clubhouse, and to the fan base, why this deal feels historic compared to how the organization used to operate, and how it signals a real commitment to building around a young, homegrown core. This isn’t

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00:33:10

A YEAR YOU FELT

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2025/12/29

This Year in Review episode of Locked On A’s rewinds one of the most emotional, polarizing, and defining years this franchise has ever experienced. From the A’s leaving Oakland and setting up shop in Sacramento, to openly charting a course toward Vegas, this was a year that lived in headlines and hearts at the same time. You’ll hear raw clips from throughout the season — the disbelief, the anger, the arguments, and the moments where reality finally set in. This isn’t hindsight storytelling; it’s the

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00:48:00

SODERSTROM LOCKED UP: THE BIGGEST DEAL IN A’s...

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2025/12/26

The A’s didn’t take the holidays off — they dropped a franchise-altering move. Tyler Soderstrom is staying put on a seven-year, $86 million extension with a club option and escalators that can push the total way higher. Translation: this isn’t “nice story, kid,” this is face-of-the-future money. And the funniest part? People spent all year talking like he might be the expendable piece — the “maybe he gets flipped for pitching” guy. Nope. The A’s just stapled him to the core with Rooker and Butler,

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00:28:00

SILENT GRIND: Gunnar Hoglund’s Unfinished Story

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2025/12/25

On this Christmas Day episode of Locked On A’s, we slow everything down to tell a story baseball already tried to forget. Gunnar Hoglund’s journey isn’t about hype or prospect rankings — it’s about survival. From his rise at Ole Miss and the gut punch of Tommy John surgery, to years of rehab and waiting, Hoglund finally reached the majors on May 2, 2025 in Miami. And when the moment came, he didn’t flinch. Six dominant innings. No walks. Total control. A debut that proved he belonged and hinted at

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WHY THIS TRADE MATTERS: Unraveling the Jeff McNeil...

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2025/12/24

The Jeff McNeil trade didn’t just land — it detonated takes everywhere. So we’re going LIVE again to sort through the noise, the reactions, the overreactions, and the parts people are completely missing. This second Locked On A’s show is about context: why the Mets moved him, why the A’s pounced, and why a deal that looks “quiet” on paper can shake up a roster fast. This isn’t a highlight chase. It’s a pressure move. We’ll unravel what McNeil actually changes on the field, how he affects lineup

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MAKING OF AN ACE: Why Steven Echavarria Might Be the...

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2025/12/23

Aces aren’t born—they’re built in the fire of adversity. The A’s bold investment in Steven Echavarria comes under the spotlight, from his late-first-round signing bonus out of New Jersey to weathering a brutal pro debut with Stockton. Will Echavarria’s electric fastball and four-pitch arsenal translate to ace-level impact, or are growing pains a sign of risk ahead?Booney breaks down the A’s patient developmental approach, highlighting Echavarria’s growth in command, rising velocity, and mental

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00:47:50

SMART MOVE: Jeff McNeil Brings Contact, Edge, and...

Locked On A"s - Daily Podcast On The Athletics ·

2025/12/22

The A’s just did something they haven’t done enough of in recent years: they added a proven big leaguer who knows how to hit. Jeff McNeil is coming over from the Mets for a minor leaguer and cash, and that alone tells you how sharp this move is. McNeil isn’t flashy, but he’s a grinder — the kind of player who ruins pitchers’ nights by fouling off everything, spraying line drives, and making routine plays look boring. That’s a compliment. This is professional baseball player stuff, and the A’s lineup

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QUIET BLOCKBUSTER: Could Jake Cronenworth Be the...

Locked On A"s - Daily Podcast On The Athletics ·

2025/12/21

In this special holiday live edition of Locked On A’s, we dive deep into one of the most fascinating “quiet” trade possibilities on the board: could the A’s realistically explore a deal for Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth? This isn’t a rumor-chasing episode — it’s a full breakdown of why the fit makes sense, how Cronenworth would stabilize a young A’s infield, and why this front office values boring, professional production more than headline-grabbing splashes. We walk through Cronenworth’s role,

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WELCOME TO 2030: When the A's Rule Became the Norm

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2025/12/19

Locked On A’s opens with a vivid, future-set dream that drops listeners into 2030, where the Las Vegas A’s have become the standard of baseball excellence. The episode imagines a full-blown dynasty: a stacked lineup, dominant pitching, World Series banners hanging like neon lights, and a franchise that finally reached the mountaintop. It’s fun, cinematic, and intentional — painting a picture of what the A’s could be in Las Vegas if everything clicks, from player development to stability to winning

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DECLINED: Do A’s Fan Owe Ha-seong Kim a Thank You?

Locked On A"s - Daily Podcast On The Athletics ·

2025/12/18

The A’s offseason has been quieter than a library during finals week, and that silence finally broke when Ha-Seong Kim signed a one-year, $20 million deal with the Braves—only for us to learn he turned down a four-year, $48 million offer from the A’s. That detail matters. Kim is 30, a middle infielder whose recent production looks more like a warning label than a green light. We’re talking about a bat that hit .234 with five homers and a .649 OPS in his most recent season, and a similar line the

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TIME LAPSE: From Dirt To Decking, Vegas is Building...

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2025/12/17

This episode is a full-on reality check. Booney runs a four-camera timeline—August through December—showing the A’s Las Vegas stadium site changing in real time, and the progress is borderline ridiculous. In August, you’re watching pilings and rebar disappear into the ground. By October and November, the foundation and columns start taking shape. Then December hits, and suddenly it’s not “work in progress”—it’s structure: second-level decking starting, formwork and rebar everywhere, cranes moving

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BUILT FOR BASEBALL: The A's Fit Vegas Better Than...

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2025/12/16

This episode digs straight into the myths surrounding the Las Vegas sports market and tears them apart one by one. John and Richard explain why Raiders games looking like neutral-site matchups doesn’t mean failure, but success — sold-out buildings, PSL speculation, and tourists willing to pay premiums locals won’t. They compare that reality to the Golden Knights, a team driven almost entirely by locals thanks to competitiveness and consistency, and explain why baseball will land somewhere in between

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