MEET THE A'S NEXT WEAPON: Why Witherspoon's the Pick

The 2025 MLB Draft is here, and on today’s show we’re all in on one name: Kyson Witherspoon. The right-hander from Oklahoma is exactly the kind of arm the A’s should be targeting with the 11th overall pick. Mid-90s heat, a nasty slider, Team USA pedigree, and bulldog mentality—Witherspoon checks every box. We’ll break down why he fits the A’s perfectly, not just for what he is now, but for what he could become in Vegas by 2028. He’s not just a pick, he’s a future fan favorite, and today we’ll tell you why he could be the most exciting arm this franchise has taken since Sonny Gray.

But we’re not stopping at No. 11. The A’s still hold picks at 48, 110, and 141—prime territory for uncovering hidden gems. This draft class is deep, especially in college pitching and athletic middle infielders. We’ll take a look at a few potential sleepers who could slide into those slots, including power-hitting catchers, toolsy outfielders, and projectable high school arms with big spin rates. Want a future closer? Want a switch-hitting second baseman with pop? We’ve got names, comps, and bold predictions ready to roll.

And of course, we’ll zoom out to hit on the bigger question: what exactly do the A’s need to draft for this year? Is it all about arms? Are they thin up the middle? Has the system truly recovered from years of talent depletion, or is this draft the turning point? We’ll dive into the current state of the farm system, how this class fits the long-term Vegas build, and why this draft could be remembered as the one that built the next great A’s team. Draft night starts now—let’s get into it.

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