Jason Burke

Jason Burke

Joined: Oct 16, 2022

Jason has been covering the A’s at various sites for over a decade, and was the original host of the Locked on A’s podcast. He also covers the Stanford Cardinal as they attempt to rebuild numerous programs to prominence.

Sep 24, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (16) walks towards the dugout before the start of the game against the Houston Astros at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Aug 17, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics center fielder Lawrence Butler (4) celebrates after hitting a solo home run during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Mar 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Athletics pitcher Luis Morales (19) throws against the Chicago White Sox in the first inning at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Dec 16, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during press conference at the Emirates NBA Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Feb 23, 2026; Scottsdale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants catcher Daniel Susac (6) hits a single against the Athletics in the third inning at Scottsdale Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

News

The A's are going to be caught in a tough spot with their roster moving forward.

Mar 6, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Athletics shortstop Leo de Vries (83) hits against the Colorado Rockies in the second inning at Hohokam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Prospects

The A's top prospect is knocking on the door to Sacramento.

Feb 23, 2026; Scottsdale, Arizona, USA; Athletics shortstop Leo de Vries (83) prepares to play the San Francisco Giants at Scottsdale Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Prospects

The A's trimmed some of their top prospects from the roster, plus a look at which cuts the team still has to make.

Feb 23, 2026; Scottsdale, Arizona, USA; Athletics pitcher Gage Jump (79) throws against the San Francisco Giants in the third inning at Scottsdale Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Prospects

The A's No. 3 prospect has had a solid spring, and has arguably the highest upside of their current starting options.

Mar 8, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Athletics pitcher Jacob Lopez (57) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning at Hohokam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

News

The A's rotation became pretty clear after Saturday's performance.

Mar 11, 2026; Miami, FL, United States; Dominican Republic second baseman Ketel Marte (4) celebrates with third baseman Manny MacHado (3), shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2), and right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) after hitting a home run against Venezuela during the third inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

News

The World Baseball Classic has been a festival of vibes—similar to games in Oakland. Padres star Manny Machado wants to bring those vibes back to San Diego.

Mar 6, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (23) hits a double against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning at Hohokam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

News

The A's look to be slotting their best hitter in the leadoff spot going into the season.

Feb 20, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Athletics third baseman Max Muncy (3) poses for Photo Day at HoHoKam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Prospects

These three players are charging hard, making a case to be on the A's Opening Day roster. Here's the case for each.

Feb 11, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Athletics pitcher Gunnar Hoglund (53) throws during a Spring Training workout at HoHhokum stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

With this latest injury, he'll be looking to make an impact later in the season

Sep 19, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Athletics center fielder Lawrence Butler (4) at the batting cage before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Lawrence Butler is nearing his return to the diamond as A's spring training enters final stretch.

Mar 31, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; A general view of Sutter Health Park before the game between the Chicago Cubs against the Athletics. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Sacramento will be unveiling their grand expansion plan in May, but some details are already emerging.

Feb 11, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; General view of the scoreboard during an Athletics Spring Training workout at HoHhokum stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

The Athletics are trimming the roster ahead of the 2026 campaign.