A’s Day

A’s Day

Welcome to A’s Day! I’m your host, Joe Grato and I aim to cover Athletics baseball from an independent media baseball fan perspective. I will be sharing all happenings from the MLB and MILB A’s teams from the off-season all through each MLB season. The creation of our show aligns with a new beginning for us but a symbol of new beginnings for the Athletics as they head to Sacramento for the 2025 season. Tune in to hear news, opinions, and creative A’s player, team, and travel content that’ll excite you with the direction of the current core group on this roster. Let’s go A’s!

Episodes

December 30, 2025 41 mins
We are back A’s Day fans, hope you had a wonderful holiday week! Today, we get all caught up to speed with the happenings in A’s universe over the past week. The second base position upgrade was addressed as Jeff McNeil was acquired from the Mets via trade in exchange for RHP Yordan Rodriguez and we will discuss what that means for the 2026 outlook. On Christmas, we were given a present from management as it was announced the team ...
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Hey there A’s Day happy holiday week! Today, join us for an A’s Day exclusive as we had the opportunity to sit down and talk with newly signed INF Michael Stefanic. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Happy Friday A’s Day Fans! Today, we discuss a report that Free Agent SS/2B Ha-Seong Kim rejected the A’s 4 year/$48 million offer before re-signing with the Atlanta Braves on a 1 year/$20 million dollar contract and what it potentially means for the outlook of the team’s offseason plans moving forward. On Wednesday, the A’s announced upgrades are coming to the playing facility at Sutter Health Park as we discuss what exactly those...
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Today, we discuss Ketel Marte naming the Athletics as one of the teams on his No Trade List. Later, with flurries of moves being completed league wide, we discuss what free agent and trade options may be available at their position areas of need. Finally, we dive into the world of the Art of Hitting Discipline and how this area of improvement can already make a top 10 offense even more dangerous in 2026. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we discuss the first major move of the offseason as the A’s are in agreement on a one year contract with RHP Mark Leiter, Jr. The MLB heads its Draft Lottery to determine the draft order for the 2026 Draft and the A’s ended up securing the number 8 as we discuss which prospect experts project they will select. The Rule 5 Draft has come and gone we discuss who was selected and our thoughts on a confusing trade with the Red So...
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Today, we discuss the latest signing as the A’s agree to a 1 year deal with INF Michael Stefanic which includes an invite to Spring Training. Later, we discuss any rumblings from Winter Meetings involving the Athletics before highlighting two A’s players we believe are set for a bounce back season in 2026. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we explore a trade rumor where an ESPN article written by Jeff Passan mentions Ketel Marte as a potential trade candidate from the Diamondbacks for the A’s were listed as a potential trade partner. Later, we provide what expectations we have and what the team should do with MLB Winter Meetings kicking off in Orlando on Monday. Then, we discuss the new Las Vegas Ballpark Exhibit Experience opened by the A’s to unveil the plan...
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Today, with the news of two high leverage relievers being signed above market value, we discuss what this means for the A’s offseason plans and what steps they need to take to upgrade their areas of need in the bullpen. Then, we take a look into the future and envision what the 2028 roster could look like once the team is set to call Las Vegas home. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving yesterday! Today, we discuss the A’s signing RHP Wander Suero to a MiLB contract. Later, we get creative discussing three trades that would have a major impact on the league outlook of the A’s and their aligned trade partner. Finally, we wrap with the newest edition of This Player in A’s History talking about Bobby Shantz. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Hey there A’s Day fans! Today, we discuss the blueprint for the Athletics to follow along in the footsteps of the Toronto Blue Jays going from one of the worst in the American League to Game 7 of the World Series. Later, we discuss lineup construction for the 2026 team along with three minor league contracts the A’s signed last week. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we discuss the surprising move of OF JJ Bleday being designated for assignment by the A’s earlier this week. Three players are added to the 40 man roster ahead of the Rule 5 Draft Deadline and what impact they may have on the club in 2026. Later, we explore the Bullpen Free Agent and Trade Market to turn an area of weakness into strength. Finally, we wrap the show with the newest edition of This Player in A’s History by talk...
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Today, we discuss the A’s signing RHP Nick Anderson and 1B/OF Joey Meneses to a minor league contract with an invitation to MLB Spring Training. Next, we discuss an article written by ESPN’s Jeff Passan talking about the perfect offseason fit for the A’s. Finally, with rumors circulating, we take a look at what parameters a Luis Severino trade would have on the franchise. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Hey there A’s Day fans, today we discuss Nick Kurtz bringing home AL Rookie of the Year honors along with being named to the All-MLB Second Team. Additionally, Denzel Clarke took home Play of the Year honors for his amazing home run robbery at Angel Stadium on June 9. Finally, we continue telling the story of the Athletics with This Player in A’s History focusing on Sal Bando. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Hey there A’s Day fans! Today, we’ll discuss A’s 1B Nick Kurtz winning the Silver Slugger award at his position. Later, we discuss the Spring Training schedule being released and some games of note you’ll want to tune into. Then, we explore the 2B Free Agent and Trade Market before concluding with the newest development of commenting being turned back on all Athletics social teams media platforms. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we discuss the first transactions completed earlier this week by the A’s as the ramp up for 2026 begins. With Willie MacIver headed to Texas, opens up our discussion of who is in play to be the backup catcher to Shea Langeliers. Later, we discuss the announcement of the Athletics’ coaching staff for the 2026 season before continuing on with our segment of This Player in A’s history talking about Khris Davis. Holy Toledo, let...
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Today, we discuss how the A’s as currently constructed stack up against their AL West opponents. Later, with the rumors of potential upgrading this offseason, we explore the trade and free agent markets at the third base position. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we discuss our next segment of This Player in A’s History going back to the 90’s talking about Jason Giambi. Then, we explore what the A’s players are up to in the world over the past week through our social media research. Holy Toledo, let’a go A’s!
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Today, we discuss what a trade for Cincinnati Reds’ SP Hunter Greene would look like as it’s rumored he is going to be on the Trade Block and how the A’s could align as suitable partners. Later, in the spirit of World Series season, we create a scenario upon which the A’s matchup with the Dodgers and give our key insights on how this series would unfold. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we discuss Nick Kurtz being named Sporting News’ Rookie of the Year along with 3 Athletics players being nominated for Silver Slugger awards. Next, we conclude our Season in Review segments with an overall Team edition grading out their 2025 season as an offense, pitching, and defensive collective. Finally, we share our next This Player in A’s History: Jimmie Foxx. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Today, we conclude our final position group for our 2025 Season in Review segment focusing on the A’s Bullpen. Later, we layout our 1st Mock GM Offseason plan to supplement an ascending team that should have playoff aspirations for 2026. Finally, we formally announce our organizational restructure under Gratzilla Media Productions. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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