This episode of Locked On A’s cuts straight through the noise surrounding the A’s trademark situation and exposes how a routine legal process was twisted into a weaponized lie. What’s being pushed online isn’t confusion—it’s misinformation fueled by anger, pile-ons, and a mob that knows most people won’t push back. We break down why this story was never about fans “owning” a name, never about incompetence, and never about a franchise in chaos. Using the actual USPTO documents, we show exactly why the refusal happened, why it’s non-final, and why it’s completely survivable. 

From there, the show dismantles every major false claim one by one—no one owns the name, no one is squatting on it, the A’s can sell merchandise, and nothing about this forces a rebrand or threatens the move. We then place the A’s situation where it belongs: in historical context. The Raiders, the Nationals, and the Vegas Golden Knights all operated, sold merch, and built brands while trademarks were pending, suspended, or disputed. The truth is simple: trademark law follows reality, not announcements. This episode isn’t about defending an owner—it’s about defending facts, protecting players and fans from the fallout of lies, and refusing to let misinformation become the loudest voice in the room. 

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This episode looks back at one of the most misunderstood draft picks in modern A’s history: selecting Kyler Murray in the first round. We break down why the pick was never reckless, how the A’s fully understood the football risk, and why betting on elite athletic upside was the right process even if the outcome didn’t land on a baseball field. From the signing bonus to the Heisman Trophy, we walk through the exact moment leverage shifted, why the NFL’s financial and structural advantages made Murray’s decision inevitable, and why calling the pick a “failure” completely misses the point. The takeaway from the first three segments is simple: the A’s weren’t wrong — they were operating in a system where baseball loses elite athletes if it can’t move fast enough.

The spotlight shifts from draft-night headlines to the real heartbeat of player development, Low-A Stockton, and 20-year-old switch-hitting catcher Dylan Fien. We break down why the A’s went above slot to sign him, what his 2025 season tells us beyond the stat line, and why his blend of athleticism, power potential, and defensive foundation makes him one of the more intriguing long-term bets in the system. From Kyler Murray to Dylan Fien, this episode connects the dots between risk, patience, and upside — and shows how the A’s stay committed to drafting ceilings, not comfort, even when the noise gets loud.

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The A’s just ran head-first into a wall most pro teams never even see. The United States Patent and Trademark Office has rejected “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics”—twice—calling the name too descriptive to trademark. Translation: the government says it sounds more like directions on Google Maps than a brand. Today’s show breaks down why the refusal is technically correct, why it feels insane for a 100-plus-year MLB franchise, and how bad timing—not bad law—is the real villain here. 

We’ll also dig into what this actually means for the A’s right now: weaker control over merch, more room for bootleg sellers, and a rare case of trademark limbo during a relocation. This isn’t panic time, but it is fascinating. Other teams have hit this same legal speed bump, and history says the A’s will eventually win—but not before jumping through some expensive, annoying hoops. If you want the law explained in plain English, with real sports examples and zero sugar-coating, this one’s for you. 

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This episode of Locked On A’s dives deep into two very different — but equally important — paths inside the A’s farm system. First, we break down the rise of Japanese two-way sensation Shotaro Morii, an 18-year-old who skipped NPB, signed directly with the A’s, and spent 2025 adjusting to American baseball in Arizona. From his advanced plate discipline and power flashes to the deliberate decision to delay his pitching debut, we explain who Morii is, what he showed in his first pro season, and why his development represents a philosophical shift in how the A’s are willing to bet on upside.

Then we shift to Lansing, Michigan, where speed and disruption defined Cameron Leary’s breakout 2025 campaign. The former 10th-round pick electrified the basepaths across two levels of A-ball, piling up 56 stolen bases, a .383 on-base percentage, and earning a midseason promotion to High-A. We break down Leary’s month-long July tear, his adjustment to tougher pitching in Lansing, and why his combination of patience, speed, and competitiveness makes him one of the most underrated prospects in the system. Two prospects. Two timelines. One clear theme: the A’s are rebuilding by leaning into development, pressure, and players who make things happen.

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Three prospects. Three very different paths. One big question: which one changes the future of the A’s the most? This episode is a pure upside play, diving into a pitcher who already knows what October baseball feels like in Triple-A, a burner wreaking havoc on the bases in High-A, and a switch-hitting teenage catcher learning the hardest job in baseball. This isn’t about hype clips or box-score watching. It’s about projection, risk, and why the A’s development model quietly keeps churning out real answers.

Booney sets the table by explaining why upside matters more than polish at this stage, especially for an organization building toward a long-term window. Think of it like blackjack: the A’s aren’t playing scared with 16 showing, they’re doubling down on talent that can change the game if it hits. From playoff-tested arms to raw athleticism to premium defensive positions, this episode connects the dots on how these prospects fit into the bigger picture—and why fans should care now, not three years from now.

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This show puts the A’s offseason under a bright light and doesn’t flinch. The front office didn’t go shopping like a drunken sailor — it shopped like a poker player stacking chips quietly. We break down what the trade for Jeff McNeil actually means (flexibility, contact, edge), why Mark Leiter Jr. matters more than people think (bullpen stability isn’t sexy, it’s necessary), and why the Tyler Soderstrom extension was the loudest move of them all. This wasn’t about headlines. It was about control, timelines, and finally acting like a team that believes in its own kids. 

Then we get honest. Did the A’s miss opportunities? Yep — and we’ll name them. What grade does this offseason really deserve when you balance patience with urgency? And we go on the record with a win projection for next season, not based on vibes, but on roster math and growth curves. We also tackle the elephant in the room: Jacob Wilson. No extension yet, but all signs point to it happening — and why it has to. This is a measuring-stick episode: how far the A’s have come, and how close they actually are. 

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The A’s aren’t just talking about the future anymore — they’re acting like it. In this episode of Locked On A’s, Booney is joined by longtime Las Vegas sports anchor Ron Futrell to break down what the Tyler Soderstrom extension actually means. Not just for the roster, not just for payroll — but for the identity of the franchise. This is a team locking in young stars, guaranteeing real money years into the future, and doing it publicly in Las Vegas. That alone is a seismic shift. Ron was on the ground at the Experience Center for the extension announcement and explains why holding that moment in Vegas wasn’t symbolic — it was intentional.

From there, the conversation widens. Ron explains why the A’s already view themselves as a Las Vegas team, how the Experience Center works like “the Sphere for baseball,” and why this ownership group is finally putting money where its mouth is. They dig into future extensions (Jacob Wilson, Nick Kurtz), revenue streams fans don’t think about, how the stadium deal actually works, and why baseball may end up being the best cultural fit Vegas has ever had. This isn’t hype. It’s infrastructure, timing, and commitment lining up — and for once, the A’s are ahead of the curve.

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The A’s offseason is coming to a quiet but calculated close, and the final domino is Jacob Wilson. In this episode of Locked On A’s, the payroll math gets laid bare — not vibes, not hope, not fan fiction, actual numbers. By breaking down cash spending versus luxury tax math, the case becomes clear: a Jacob Wilson extension in the $10–11 million per year range neatly lands the A’s right on their target cash payroll number of roughly $114 million. No coincidence. No mystery. Just precision. The Tyler Soderstrom deal wasn’t backloaded by accident — it was engineered to make Wilson the last major move before the 2026 season begins. 

From there, the conversation zooms out to the bigger picture. Why Nick Kurtz isn’t getting extended yet (and why that’s intentional), how expiring contracts like Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs set up a massive financial runway heading into Vegas, and why this front office keeps hitting payroll targets like it’s playing darts blindfolded — and still bullseyes every time. The offseason gets graded, the McNeil and Mark Leiter Jr. moves get contextualized, and the philosophy is crystal clear: buy in early on the right core, don’t go a dollar over the number, and save the fireworks for Vegas. Love it or hate it, this offseason wasn’t random — it was scripted. 

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The Tyler Soderstrom extension isn’t just a contract — it’s a statement. Seven years, $86 million tells you exactly where the A’s are headed, and this episode breaks down why this move flips the identity of the franchise on its head. The show dives into what Soderstrom means on the field, in the clubhouse, and to the fan base, why this deal feels historic compared to how the organization used to operate, and how it signals a real commitment to building around a young, homegrown core. This isn’t nostalgia or hope — it’s a shift in philosophy, and it feels different because it is different.

From there, the episode turns practical and honest. The 40-man roster, the projected Opening Day 26, and the tough decisions that come with finally having real depth. Pitching concerns are addressed head-on — why aces are expensive, why growing arms internally matters, and why the rotation caps the team’s ceiling right now despite a lineup that looks playoff-ready. Breakout candidates like Jack Perkins, Carlos Cortez, and Gunnar Hoglund get the spotlight, while roster bubble battles, bullpen roles, and realistic win expectations are laid out without sugarcoating. The vibe is clear: momentum is real, progress is real, but the work isn’t finished.

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This Year in Review episode of Locked On A’s rewinds one of the most emotional, polarizing, and defining years this franchise has ever experienced. From the A’s leaving Oakland and setting up shop in Sacramento, to openly charting a course toward Vegas, this was a year that lived in headlines and hearts at the same time. You’ll hear raw clips from throughout the season — the disbelief, the anger, the arguments, and the moments where reality finally set in. This isn’t hindsight storytelling; it’s the truth as it happened. 

The show also dives into the nonstop stadium debate in Vegas — the financing questions, the skepticism, the trust issues, and the receipts that fueled conversation all year long — before bringing it back to the field. The 2025 season wasn’t clean, but it mattered. Growth showed up. Belief flickered. Frustration boiled over. And through it all, the A’s stopped being theoretical and started becoming real again. This episode captures the full ride — the highs, the lows, and why this year will be remembered as the moment everything changed. 

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