Todd Helton plays his last home game, Billy Hamilton gets caught stealing, the A’s are on a losing streak, and more.
Plus Hunter Pence is hot, Wilson Ramos never rests, Carlos Gomez robs another homer, and what to watch on Monday.
Why do teams pay for relievers? Because picking them up for nothing is an awful lot of work.
Pennant race updates on the A’s, Indians, and Cardinals, plus the best defensive plays of the weekend and what to watch on Tuesday.
The A’s bring up a power-hitting outfielder, though his window to contribute meaningfully may not open until next year.
The Nationals finally have a hot streak, the A’s lose a tough one, Ubaldo bounces back, and more.
Ben and Sam discuss how Wladimir Balentien’s explosive season in Japan would translate to the majors, then examine the notion that Billy Beane’s teams play better in the second half.
Ben and Sam talk about how the A’s are winning in an unusual way for a small-market team, then discuss why the Dodgers have been the exception to the trend of money not leading to wins.
Ben and Sam discuss the next potential star from Cuba and the future of Cuban baseball, then revisit a trade for Wil Myers that didn’t happen.
Ben and Sam discuss whether teams should pick up various 2014 options, then talk about whether teams can make unwritten rules work to their advantage.
Oakland gives up Grant Green to get an established infielder, but what does the move mean for the Angels?
Jason dives into San Jose’s case against MLB in the city’s ongoing pursuit of the Oakland Athletics.
The A’s have a very good record, but are they a very good team? The jury might still be out.
Ben and Sam preview the Athletics’ season with Doug Thorburn, and Pete talks to Bay Area News Group A’s beat writer John Hickey (at 19:07).
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