First-half wrap-ups always bring reflection: who helped carry the team this far, and what adjustments are needed heading into the second half of the season. In Detroit tonight, the A’s will test themselves on the road against the best team in baseball and the best pitcher in baseball, Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers. Why this road trip may decide if there is still hope for the season. Last week brought an intriguing three-game showdown against the Guardians on the weekend and a 4-game set against the Astros. Let’s talk about what went down and what it meant. First, The A’s officially broke ground yesterday, June 23, 2025, on their long-awaited new stadium in Las Vegas. Owner John Fisher, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, and legends like Rollie Fingers and Dave Stewart joined the ceremony near Tropicana Avenue on the Strip. The groundbreaking marks a symbolic—and physical—beginning of a domed, 33,000-seat ballpark, set to open by Opening Day of 2028. Fisher plans to cover roughly $1.4 billion in private funding, with $350–380 million from public sources, though skeptics point to a $370 million funding gap and rising construction costs. Let’s talk about it all and the skepticism that still comes from the cynics. Do they have any credibility? Las Vegas A's, Las Vegas Stadium, A's new stadium, A's groundbreaking, A's vs Tigers, A's vs Astros recap, A's vs Guardians recap, Las Vegas Athletics news, MLB midseason review, Locked On A's, A's podcast, A's trade deadline, A's first half review, MLB Vegas stadium, Athletics relocation, John Fisher A's, A's Detroit Tigers preview, A's highlights, MLB live podcast, A's game analysis, A's fan reaction, Sacramento A's, MLB news, MLB standings, AL West race, Sacramento A's YouTube, Athletics YouTube Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Rugiet Ready is a next-gen prescription treatment designed to amplify arousal in the brain and boost blood flow. Head to Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONMLB and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get 15% off today. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required. Supply House Join the TradeMaster program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. Plus, use promo code S-H-5 for 5% off your first order. That’s SupplyHouse.com! Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)