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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.

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Oakland Ballers Make Biggest Signing in Franchise History

The Oakland Ballers made a big signing on Thursday, but they have made it clear that he won't be playing in the field.

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Nov 1, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas (11) and first base Freddie Freeman (5) during the World Series Championship Celebration at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Idea of a Salary Cap

The Los Angeles Dodgers' spending has been receiving plenty of attention this offseason, so is it time for a salary cap in baseball?

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Sep 20, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) throws to first during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images
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A's Land Three Top 100 Prospects

The Athletics landed three top-100 prospects on the most recent rankings

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Aug 17, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics former pitcher Dave Stewart sits in the dugout before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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A's Hire Dave Stewart as Special Assistant to Player Development

Oakland A's legend will be continuing his relationship with the team as they depart Oakland, serving as a Special Assistant to Player Development

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May 17, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins relief pitcher Anthony Maldonado (52) delivers a pitch against the New York Mets during the ninth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Prospects

Former Miami Marlins Reliever Ready for Shot with Athletics

The A's added right-hander Anthony Maldonado on a waiver claim from the Miami Marlins at the beginning of the offseason, and with Spring Training right around the corner, he's ready to show the Athletics what he has.

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Oakland Ballers Bring Back Best

The Oakland Ballers are bringing back another familiar face for the 2025 campaign, re-signing Tyler Best.

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Aug 4, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Robbie Ray (23) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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What if the A's Had Drafted This San Francisco Giants Pitcher in 2010?

The Athletics didn't have a great MLB Draft in 2010, but what if they'd taken this San Francisco Giants pitcher instead?

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Aug 3, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Will Klein (64) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the sixth inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
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Seattle Mariners Acquire Relief Pitcher From A's

The Seattle Mariners have acquired a recently DFA'd right-hander from the Athletics

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Jun 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of an Oakland Athletics hat and glove on the field against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Prospects

A's Agree to Terms with 15 International Players

The Athletics officially announced the 15 international players that they have signed, including two-way player Shotaro Morii

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Sep 6, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics third baseman Tristan Gray (16) during the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Pittsburgh Pirates DFA Former A's Infielder to Make Room for Franchise Icon

The Pittsburgh Pirates began the offseason by bringing back a former draft pick, and as we get closer to camp, they just DFA'd him

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Jun 17, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Brandon Eisert (60) delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
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DFA'd Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Makes Sense for A's

The Toronto Blue Jays just DFA'd a left-hander that could be very intriguing for the A's to consider picking up.

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Jun 19, 2023; Omaha, NE, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons first baseman Nick Kurtz (8) celebrates after defeating the LSU Tigers at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Prospects

A's Non-Roster Invitees for Spring Training

The Athletics have invited a number of top prospects and roster hopefuls to camp

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