FEAR SELLS: MLB's Billion Dollar Bluff

Did the A's Quietly Win the 2026 MLB Draft?

The MLB Draft is more than a list of names—it's a window into how an organization plans to win. Sam breaks down why Drew Burress headlines a draft class built on proven college production, why Mason Edwards, Gabe Gackle, and Jacob Dudan could reshape the future of the A's pitching staff, and which late-round sleepers deserve your attention. Plus, what Scott Emerson's departure means, why Tommy White's promotion matters, and why the second half of the season is all about player development. If you want to understand where the A's are headed—not just where they've been—this episode is for you.

FEAR SELLS: MLB's Billion Dollar Bluff

Tonight on Last Call, we're pulling apart the labor fight threatening to define baseball's offseason — the expiring CBA, the owners' first salary cap proposal since 1994, and the $441 million gap Rob Manfred says separates the two sides. We'll break down what MLBPA's Bruce Meyer means when he calls the cap "institutionalized collusion," why All-Star Game locker rooms from Mike Trout to Paul Skenes are pushing back, and what a lockout would actually mean for your team's offseason plans. But we're not here just to panic with everybody else. We'll walk through why history says the loudest headlines rarely match what actually happens — and lay out the receipts on TV deals, attendance records, and franchise valuations that make a lost 2027 season far less likely than the doom-posting would have you believe. Bring your questions, bring your skepticism, and bring a drink — last call starts at 8 sharp.

The A's Finally Fired Scott Emerson... Here's Why It Had To Happen

The All-Star Break gave A's fans something they've desperately wanted—change. Kobe and Nick react to Scott Emerson's firing, Aaron Civale being designated for assignment, the selection of Drew Burress in the MLB Draft, Tommy White's promotion, and Rob Manfred's embarrassing draft announcement. They also recap All-Star Weekend, debate MLB's marketing failures, and discuss whether the A's can salvage anything from the second half.

66 Games Left. 8 Games Back. Why Hope Is Still Alive for the A's

The A's enter the second half with 66 games remaining and sitting eight games out, and while plenty of people have already declared the season over, baseball has never been a sport that follows the script. Every season reminds us that hot streaks, cold streaks, injuries, trades, and momentum can completely reshape a playoff race in just a few weeks. Tonight, we're putting emotions aside and taking an honest look at whether the A's still have a legitimate path back into contention. This special edition of Last Call isn't about blind optimism—it's about refusing to quit on a season that fans waited months to experience. We survived the long offseason, counted down every day of Spring Training, and watched everyone else play meaningful baseball while waiting for Opening Day. Eight games is a challenge, but it isn't impossible. Tonight we'll build a realistic roadmap, identify what has to happen, and remind every member of A's Nation why giving up in July has never been what baseball is about.

"He Was All Heart" – Tim Fitzgerald Reflects on Ryan Lasko

In this episode of The Port Report, hosts Timmy Fitzgerald and company deliver an emotional tribute to Ryan Lasko following his devastating collision injury in Double-A, sharing personal stories and reflections on the kind of teammate and person Lasko has always been. The conversation captures both the gravity of the moment and the perspective it brings—reminding fans that behind every stat line is a human being with family, friends, and a future beyond baseball. The show also dives deep into the 2026 MLB Draft, breaking down the A's selections including first-rounder Drew Burris and pitching prospects from major college programs. From Brayson Guidez's breakout at 18 years old to Nate Nankil's surprising demotion and the ongoing debate about whether Vegas should remain the Triple-A affiliate, this episode covers everything A's fans need to know heading into the second half of the season.