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Jason Burke

Jason Burke

Joined: Oct 16, 2022

Jason is the host of the Locked on A's podcast, and the managing editor of Inside the A's. He's a new father and can't wait to take his son to his first baseball game at the Coliseum. 

Feb 23, 2018; Mesa, AZ, USA; A general view of a logo on the field prior to the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Oakland Athletics at Hohokam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Prospects

A's add former Atlanta Braves prospect to 40-man roster

The Athletics have added a prospect they received from the Atlanta Braves in the Matt Olson trade to the 40-man roster.

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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

Report: A's add former Toronto Blue Jays prospect to 40-man

The Athletics are making some additions to their 40-man roster today, including this prospect formerly in the Toronto Blue Jays system

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Aug 24, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; A general view of Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum as seen from fan seating section 317 before a major league baseball game between the Oakland Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
Relocation

Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees deal puts Oakland's ask into perspective

With the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees agreeing on a rent price for 2025, the city of Oakland's rent ask from the A's is put into perspective.

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News

Oakland Ballers announce two finalists for fan board member

The Oakland Ballers have announced the two finalists for the fan that will be joining the team's Board later this year.

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The roof of Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, was torn off by Hurricane Milton's powerful winds. Satellite imagery from Maxar shows the destruction on Oct. 10, 2024. Prior to landfall, the stadium was converted into a base camp for emergency responders.
Relocation

Reminder to Tampa Bay Rays Fans: The Funding in Las Vegas Isn't Team Specific

The Tampa Bay Rays are looking to build a new ballpark and have run into some issues with local politicians.

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Oct 1, 2024; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey reacts during an introductory press conference at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
Relocation

Are the San Francisco Giants messing up their opportunity this winter?

The San Francisco Giants only get one chance at their first offseason with the A's out of Oakland, and so far they're not inspiring a ton of confidence.

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Sep 7, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher T.J. McFarland (48) throws a pitch against the Detroit Tigers during the seventh inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
Column

A's targeting ground balls in Sacramento

The Athletics will be playing in a completely alien ballpark to them in 2025, and figuring out the ballpark factors early could be the difference between a good season and falling short

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Sep 9, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Matt Krook (92) pitches in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
News

Former Baltimore Orioles reliever signs with A's

The Athletics have signed a former New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher

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Sep 9, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jason Alexander (41) delivers a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
News

Former Boston Red Sox pitcher signs minor-league deal with A's

The Athletics have signed a pitcher that was in the Boston Red Sox system in 2024 to a minor league deal for next season.

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Feb 23, 2023; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics outfielder Trenton Brooks (76) poses for a portrait during spring training photo day at HoHoKam Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
News

San Diego Padres sign former A's outfielder to minor-league deal

The San Diego Padres made an interesting addition to their depth this week, adding a former A's minor league outfielder to their ranks.

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Aug 4, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees third baseman DJ LeMahieu (26) celebrates after hitting a game-winning RBI singe during the tenth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
News

Could the A's add payroll in this deal with the New York Yankees?

The A's are looking to improve in 2025, and this defensive player with a solid bat on the New York Yankees would be a great fit.

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May 26, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Jack O'Loughlin (37) throws a pitch against the Houston Astros in his MLB debut during the seventh inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
News

Colorado Rockies sign former A's lefty

The Colorado Rockies have signed a former Athletics left-hander to a minor-league deal that also includes an invite to Spring Training.

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