CUTTING TIES: A's DECLINE Options on Jeff McNeil & Jeffrey Springs, Severino RETURNS

Athletics shake up their roster as Luis Severino opts in while Jeffrey Springs and Jeff McNeil exit. Will Severino finally live up to ace expectations, or is his future in Sacramento uncertain? The Athletics look to young stars like JT Ginn, Gage Jump, and Joshua Kuroda-Grauer to fill critical roles, highlighting the importance of pitching depth and veteran leadership in a team poised for transition. The conversation focused on the MLB offseason’s rapid pace, questioning if baseball truly celebrates its champions before looking ahead. Key topics include the Brewers’ first World Series win, the value of enjoying the moment, and proposals for free agency changes. Listener comments spark analysis on possible Shea Langeliers trades, Nate Eaton’s role, and whether the A's are prepared to contend in 2027—or just chasing depth. Is this the start of something special for the A’s, or another year of uncertainty? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast . KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon . FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. 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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.