OBP: An Oakland Athletics podcast

This week, Chris and Julio start off the episode with talking about the NFL Nickelodeon Playoff broadcast and how the MLB could benefit from doing something similar. They read suggestions from friends and recommended some of their own. Then they talk about the death of Dodgers Hall of Fame Manager Tommy Lasorda and his legacy on the game. Also the passing of Hall of Fame Knuckleball pitcher Phil Niekro. After that it’s a Free Agency update! With finally some big moves made there is a lot to discuss from Yu Darvish traded to the Padres to Francisco Lindor going to the Mets. The guys break it all down. Then they with some Oakland A’s roster moves including the legendary A’s beat writer Susan Slusser switching over to the Giants. Finishing it off with two “Former Oakland Great” Induction ceremonies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Jan 20211h 35min

Chris and Julio are joined this week by Ronny Weyant to talk about the Cleveland Indians changing their name, a potential new start date for the 2021 season and the MLB finally acknowledging the Negro Leagues as part of their history. Is it better late than never? After that, they discuss the new faces in the A’s coaching staff as well as an update on Billy Beane’s purchase of the Red Sox. Then, they go through all the free agent signings and moves made thus far in the off season as well as the A’s two picks in the Rule 5 draft. Finally in the spirit of the holidays, the guys give their MLB wish list for the coming season. Things they want to happen and things they think can improve the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Des 20201h 56min

Chris and Julio kick off this free agency episode discussing the handful of signings made so far including Charlie Morton to the Braves. Then, they go through the trade rumors surrounding Kris Bryant, Theo Epstein stepping down from the Cubs, what this years Hall of Fame ballot looks like and if any first year eligible players have a chance to get in. (00:01:49) Then, they are joined by NBC Sports Bay Area’s Jessica Kleinschmidt to talk about how Marcus Semien has evolved as a leader in the clubhouse over the past few season. Then, she tells us what adjustments she had to make covering the team this year. Finally, we play “I’ve Had A Few Beers But….” and discuss any hot take free agent signings or trades the A’s will likely not have but could potentially do this off season. (00:50:21) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Des 20201h 37min

Chris and Julio talk about the regular season awards that were announced the past week as well as the new Manager hirings around the league. They dive deep into the White Sox hiring of Tony LaRussa and how it affects their very young, diverse and outspoken team. Can his coaching style match their team's personality? Then they are joined by their good friend and die hard A's fan Xavier Bejarano to give their end of the season report card for the team. They break it down position by position to talk about what their strengths were and how they need to improve going into next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Nov 20202h 7min

Chris and Julio are joined again by the Schlatter brothers (Rich and Robbie) to recap the World Series. They talk about the irresponsible move by Justin Turner to celebrate with his teammates after testing positive for Covid 19 and how poorly the MLB handled it. Then they recap the series to talk about their favorite moments. After that they discuss the legacy of Clayton Kershaw. Finally, they talk about Mookie Betts impact on the series, culture and how he can be a great face of the sport to try and grow it moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Okt 20201h 14min

Chris and Julio preview the up coming World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers with two very special guests the Schlatter brothers.  They start off by talking about the past League Championship Series by celebrating the Astros losing with a segment devoted to just Astros shit talking. Then they reminisce on their favorite past World Series moments and preview the series by breaking down what each team does well and what they need to avoid in order to be champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Okt 20201h 39min

On this week's episode, Chris and Julio discuss the very disappointing loss the A's had to the Astros in the ALDS. They do a brief breakdown of the series and what the results of the games were. Then, they talk about what they think went wrong, why this keeps happening to the A's, how they move forward and what we can expect the team to do in order to bounce back from this and improve. They recap some of the past stars the A's have lost in free agency, what we can expect the A's to do with Marcus Semien finishing the last year on his contract and what it means for the A's if they sign him or not. Finally they announce what the plans for the podcast are in the offseason and what you can expect from our show until next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Okt 20201h 20min

Chris and Julio discuss the A's ALDS matchup against the Houston Astros. Talk about the pitching matchups and what the keys to the A's success are going to be to beat the Astros.  Then, they recap the entire MLB Wild Card round, how their predictions turned out and preview the other three series in the Division League Series round.  Finally, they pick an Essential Tailgate Tool of the Week for the series and predictions on the outcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Okt 202053min