About this episode
It was a very weird 2024 and it's sure to be an equally weird 2025 for the Athletics. On one hand, 2024 was a nightmare for A's fans, as the team played its final game in Oakland before heading to its temporary home in Sacramento for 2025. But 2024 did see the emergence of Brent Rooker, Lawrence Butler and a lineup that has made this a more respectable team. Mark Chiarelli and JJ Cooper discuss where the A's are now, and where they are going. (00:00) Are the Athletics nearing respectability on the field? (06:00) Is time already running short for Tyler Soderstrom? (10:00) How the rotation shapes up (12:00) Why the trades didn't work out (14:00) A team willing to take risks (17:00) Why Nick Kurtz was the clear No. 1 prospect (24:00) Jacob Wilson has some great skills, and one worrisome trait (29:00) Strength of the system (30:00) Weakness of the system (32:00) Two more lesser-known prospects to remember Our Sponsors: * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy