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. Mason Miller once said he likes Jason's content.

Apr 29, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler (4) reacts after hitting a three-run home run against the Kansas City Royals in the fourth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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A fractured hand, a three-man competition, and a potential trade deadline casualty — Max Muncy's IL stint just made the A's infield very interesting.

Apr 18, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics third baseman Max Muncy (3) is mobbed by teammates as they celebrate his walk off sacrifice fly out during the 11th inning against the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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The A's have plenty of talent to offer opposing teams, and the franchises that could end up being sellers are making this an interesting deadline.

Feb 25, 2026; Surprise, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Royals designated hitter Salvador Perez against the Seattle Mariners during a spring training game at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The A's and Royals meet in Sacramento for three games this week — and it's the catchers you'll want to keep your eye on.

Apr 4, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler (4) looks on before a baseball game against the Houston Astros at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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The results haven't been there for Lawrence Butler so far this season, but they could be around the corner.

Apr 26, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Athletics pitcher J.T. Ginn (35) throws to the plate during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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With J.T. Ginn potentially facing injury time, here are all of the options the A's could consider both on the 40-man roster and beyond.

Apr 21, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Athletics third baseman Max Muncy (3) first baseman Nick Kurtz (16) celebrate a win over the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: John Froschauer-Imagn Images

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Nick Kurtz just broke an A's record that had stood since 1905. The twist? The Texas Rangers gave it to him on purpose.

Apr 19, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics second baseman Andy Ibanez (77) waits for the pitch during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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Ibáñez was brought to the A's as insurance. Now with the infield fairly settled, they've decided to move on.

Apr 8, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker (25) hits a run scoring sacrifice fly in the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The A's are getting their most consistent hitter back from the IL soon, but his replacement has become one of the best hitters on the team right now.

Apr 19, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof (20) looks on during the seventh inning against the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

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The A's new centerfielder has been quietly making adjustments to his game. On Friday night in Texas, he made some loud plays.

Aug 28, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Former Oakland Athletics player Mark Ellis waves to fans before the start of the 20th-anniversary celebration for the Athletics team that won 20 consecutive games in 2002 at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The A's Hall of Fame induction will happen on September 12 against the Seattle Mariners.

Apr 7, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Jacob Wilson drifted from his identity as a hitter, and he knows it. The data also shows it.

Apr 20, 2015; Anaheim, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics owner Lew Wolff before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Relocation

One the face of the A's franchise, Lew Wolff has some insight into why the A's ended up on a path to Las Vegas.

Jason Burke

Joined: Oct 16, 2022

Butler's Blast, Kurtz's Record and Severino's Gem Power A's Past Royals

Injury Updates on Tyler Soderstrom, J.T. Ginn

J.T. Ginn, Jacob Lopez Rotation Update: What Ginn's Numbers Actually Tell Us

Tyler Soderstrom Exits Tuesday's Game Early vs. Royals

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With Max Muncy Sidelined, Who Takes Over Third Base?

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What the Athletics' Hot Start Means for Their 2026 Trade Deadline Strategy

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The A's Biggest Disadvantage Against the Royals is Hiding in Plain Sight

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A's Fans Shouldn't Be Worried About Lawrence Butler's Slow Start

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A's Pitcher Report: A's Skip Lopez, Monitor Ginn as Rotation Depth Gets Tested

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Nick Kurtz Just Broke an A's Record That Outlasted Three Cities and 121 Years

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A's Designate Andy Ibáñez For Assignment: Full Breakdown of the Roster Move

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Brent Rooker's Return Could Bench the A's Hottest Hitter

Zack Gelof is Making Adjustments and Maximizing His Opportunity

A's Announce 2026 Hall of Fame Class

The Problem with Jacob Wilson's Start, and Why it Won't Last

Lew Wolff Blames Everyone for the A's Leaving Oakland — Except Himself