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

Spring Training Updates, Release of A’s Player Preview & Profile Content

February 17, 2026 • 22 mins
Today, we discuss some Spring Training storylines with the good vibes from camp as the full squad has reported to Mesa in preparation for the 2026 season. Later, we discuss the timeline release of when you can expect the return of our A’s Player Preview Prediction series where we release an episode a day talking about a different A’s player each day all the way up to Opening Day on March 27. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Royals Trade Acquiring Causey, A’s in the World Baseball Classic, This Player in A’s History: Mark McGwire

February 13, 2026 • 37 mins
Hey there A’s Day Fans, happy Friday the 13th! Today, we discuss the trade with the Royals acquiring minor league RHP AJ Causey. Later, we discuss the A’s players that will be representing their organization for their respective county in this March’s World Baseball Classic. Finally, we conclude this offseason series of This Player in A’s History talking about the franchise leader in home runs, Mark McGwire. Holy Toledo, let’s go A...
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Andy Ibanez Claimed, Mark McGwire Joins Baseball Operations, Scott Barlow Signed, Schue Traded to the Yankees, Aaron Civale Agrees to Deal

February 10, 2026 • 40 mins
Today, we discuss the A’s claiming IF/OF Andy Ibanez from the Los Angeles Dodgers and how he will impact the 2026 team. Later, we welcome back Mark McGwire to the team as the A’s franchise leader in home runs will be assuming a role in baseball operations as a Special Assistant to the Player Development Staff. With the A’s claiming Ibanez, they had to make room on the 40 man roster and do so by trading IF/OF Max Schuemann to the Ne...
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Jacob Wilson Extension, Spring Training 2026 Preview

February 3, 2026 • 27 mins
Hey there A’s Day fans! Today, we discuss the exciting news from Friday of SS Jacob Wilson signing a 7 year, $70 million contract extension with the A’s and what it means for the future of this ascending club. Later, being only 8 days out from the reporting of pitchers and catchers for the A’s to Mesa, we provide a Spring Training Preview of some players to watch, positional battles, and other tidbits to enhance your enjoyment as w...
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Non-Roster Invitees Announced, Gallen Joining Rotation?, This Player in A’s History: Josh Donaldson

January 30, 2026 • 37 mins
Hey there A’s Day fans! Today, we discuss the 31 players that are not currently on the roster that have been invited to A’s MLB Spring Training camp for a chance to win a roster spot. Later, we discuss if RHP Zac Gallen would make sense to bring to the rotation on a one year prove it type deal. Finally, we head into the weekend with this week’s edition of This Player in A’s History taking it back to the 2010’s to tell the story or ...
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Chad Wallach Signs Minor League Deal, 2026 Season Domino Effect

January 27, 2026 • 34 mins
Today, we discuss the A’s continuing to add depth to their organization as they are in agreement with Catcher Chad Wallach on a minor league contract with an invitation to MLB Spring Training Camp. Then, we discuss how the 2026 season could truly have a domino effect on either a positive or negative future for this ascending A’s team for years to come. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Arenado Possibly Declined Trade Proposal, Andujar Potential Reunion, This Player in A’s History: Vida Blue

January 23, 2026 • 48 mins
Happy Friday! Today, we discuss a report that the A’s had a trade in place with the Cardinals to acquire 3B Nolan Arenado but that the player preferred to be traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks where he eventually landed. Later, we discuss a trade rumor that is out that where the A’s may be interested in a reunion with Miguel Andujar. Finally, we continue on with this week’s edition of This Player in A’s History. Join us today as we...
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Severino Pitching For Dominican Republic in World Baseball Classic, How the A’s Stack Up Against the AL West

January 20, 2026 • 59 mins
Today, we discuss the announcement of Luis Severino joining the Dominican Republic pitching staff to compete in this year’s World Baseball Classic. Then, we discuss as all the teams are currently constructed, how the rest of the AL West stacks up in comparison to the A’s headed into 2026. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Three MLB Pipeline Top 50 International Prospects Sign, Spring Training Report Date Confirmed, This Player in A’s History: Tim Hudson

January 16, 2026 • 31 mins
Hey there A’s Day fans, happy Friday! Today, we discuss how the A’s fared during yesterday’s International Signing Day, landing three of MLB Pipeline’s Top 50 Prospects. Later, we discuss the Athletics official Spring Training report date of pitchers and catchers and what it means for the 2026 club. Finally, we send you into the weekend with this week’s edition of This Player in A’s History going back to the 2000’s decade talking a...
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Las Vegas & Sacramento Athletics Trademarks Denied, Current Bullpen Construction & What Upgrades Could Come

January 13, 2026 • 24 mins
Hey there A’s Day fans! Today, we discuss the major recent topic of discussion as the A’s had both the Las Vegas and Sacramento trademark processes initially denied. We take a look at what it really means for the future. Later, we take a look at the current bullpen construction carving out roles for the 2026 season and a couple of arms out on the free agent market that can add depth to an area on the team that could use a boost. Ho...
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Langeliers Avoids Arbitration, Third Base Competition, Arnold Invited to Camp, This Player in A’s History: Bert Campaneris

January 9, 2026 • 53 mins
Today, we discuss the A’s and Shea Langeliers coming to an agreement on a one year contract for the 2026 season to avoid arbitration. Later, we dive into the third base competition that should be rampant throughout Spring Training and who we think will win the job. We heard a report that the A’s 2025 1st round pick LHP Jamie Arnold is getting invited to MLB Spring Camp. Finally, we continue on with our newest edition of This Player...
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Brian Serven & Cade Marlowe Sign MiLB Contract, One More Internal Extension Theory, Short Term Starting Pitching Options

January 6, 2026 • 37 mins
Today, we discuss two more minor league deals done as the A’s add C Brian Serven and OF Cade Marlowe. As the offseason rolls along, we dive into a theory of one more potential A’s player receiving an extension before the start of Spring Training and and we discuss what that means for the rest of the team’s offseason plans. Finally, we take a look at some short term starting pitching options the A’s can turn to in order to add depth...
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Nick Hernandez Signs MiLB Deal, 3 ROY Candidates, This Player in A’s History: Terry Steinbach

January 2, 2026 • 40 mins
Happy New Year A’s Day fans! Today, we discuss a Minor League deal completed as the A’s sign RHP Nick Hernandez. Later, we take a look at 3 prospects that could be in the running for the 2026 Rookie of the Year race if all goes according to plan. Finally, we continue on this week’s edition of This Player in A’s History telling the story of former Catcher Terry Steinbach. Holy Toledo, let’s go A’s!
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Jeff McNeil Trade, Soderstrom Extension, Hopes for Higher Payroll & GM Extension, RIP Will Schock

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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Michael Stefanic Interview

December 22, 2025 • 30 mins
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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Kim Rejected 4 Year Offer, Changes Coming to Sutter Health Park, This Player in A’s History: Blue Moon Odom, Upcoming Player Interview Announcement

December 19, 2025 • 50 mins
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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A’s Make Marte’s No Trade List, Navigating Remainder of Offseason, Art of Plate Discipline

December 16, 2025 • 66 mins
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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Mark Leiter Jr. Signed, Pick 8 in 2026 MLB Draft, A’s Rule 5 Draft Review, Winter Meeting Wrap-Up, This Player in A’s History: Eric Chavez

December 13, 2025 • 76 mins
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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Michael Stefanic Signed to Minors Deal, Winter Meetings Rumors, Two Prime Bounce Back Candidates

December 9, 2025 • 36 mins
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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Ketel Marte to the A’s?, Winter Meeting Expectations, Look Into Vegas Ballpark Experience, A’s Sign JJ Goss to Minors Deal, This Player in A’s History: Liam Hendricks

December 6, 2025 • 63 mins
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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