The A’s Fan Experience officially opened its doors, and John Fisher used the moment to lay out his vision for the franchise’s future—from the Vegas ballpark model to the kids-first strategy meant to build a new generation of fans. This episode dives deep into everything Fisher said, everything he implied, and everything he avoided. We walk through his comments room by room, from the elephant statue to the cube to the stadium replica he insists is “just a small tidbit” of what’s coming. It’s a moment designed to rebrand the team, reset the narrative, and convince an entire city that 125 years of A’s history now belongs to them.

But there’s another layer: winter meetings kick off next week, meaning the words Fisher chose matter even more right now. When he talks about spending, about keeping young talent, about being “on time and on budget,” these aren’t just PR lines—they’re clues to how the front office plans to operate when the market heats up. This episode breaks down the promise, the pressure, and the timing. Because between the launch of the Fan Experience and the storm that winter meetings always bring, the A’s are stepping into a defining stretch—and Fisher just gave us the script.

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The 2025 MLB Draft is almost here, and the A’s are on the clock with the 11th overall pick. In this jam-packed episode of Locked On A’s, Booney breaks down the top prospects expected to be available when the A’s makes its selection. From dynamic college bats like Arizona outfielder Brendan Summerhill to power arms like Oklahoma’s Kyson Witherspoon, we cover the scouting reports, comps to current MLB players, and why each guy could be a franchise-altering pick. There’s also a deep dive into team needs – spoiler alert: it’s pitching, pitching, and more pitching – and how that could shape the front office’s draft board.

But it doesn’t stop with Round 1. We dig into potential second-round steals at pick #48, sleepers who could pop in the fourth and fifth rounds, and the impact of not having a third-rounder this year. Whether it’s high-upside prep bats like Xavier Neyens or college standouts like Max Belyeu and Luke Stevenson, Booney lays out a roadmap of what the A’s could (and should) do over all 20 rounds. You’ll get the comps, the analytics, and the front-office mindset behind every possible move.

Plus, we set the stage for tonight’s 9:00 PM LIVE show, where you – the fans – get to jump in and play GM. Bring your bold predictions, favorite prospects, and draft hot takes to the table. This isn’t just a preview – it’s a war room simulation with the most diehard A’s fans on the planet. Subscribe now, smash that like button, and let’s draft the future of the green and gold together.

This episode is Booney stepping right into the comment section with the mic on. He takes on your trade proposals, free-agent wish lists, and “just go get this guy” fantasies one by one — from Nolan Arenado and Jonah Heim to Devin Williams, Gregory Soto, and more. The names make sense, the ideas are smart, and the passion is real… but Booney walks through the math, the no-trade clauses, the extension realities, and the cost in prospects that people tend to gloss over. It’s not a hit piece on the fanbase; it’s a tough-love film session where he explains why some of these fun ideas hit a wall the second you get into dollars, years, and what the A’s actually have to give up. From there, he zooms out to the bigger picture: who the A’s really are as a franchise right now, and why that matters more than any individual name you drop into the comments. Booney lays out the history from the glory days to the profit-first era, explains why last year’s spending was about revenue sharing and grievance avoidance, not a philosophical change, and digs into the Sacramento stay, the Vegas future, and why “we are who we are” until ownership proves otherwise. Along the way he still makes the case that this current roster is a legit playoff contender, pushes for smart extensions over reckless splashes, and invites fans into the Subtext community to keep the arguments rolling — louder, smarter, and with a little more edge. Join our LOCKED ON A'S INSIDERS texting community and chat with host Booney any time by clicking this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonas. Booney provides one-on-ones, breaking news, show previews, A's breakdowns, and offseason updates. Try it FREE for 14 days! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonas Locked On A's, Booney Locked On A's, A's podcast, Athletics podcast, Sacramento A's, Las Vegas A's, A's fans, John Fisher, A's ownership, MLB offseason, MLB winter meetings, A's free agency, A's trade rumors, Nolan Arenado trade, Devin Williams rumors, Gregory Soto A's, Gregory Santos scouting, Cattell Marte trade, JoJo Romero trade, Joe Ryan trade, Sean Newcomb contract, A's bullpen by committee, A's starting rotation, A's prospects, Leo De Vries, Braden Nett, Henry Bolte, Brett Rooker, Shea Langeliers, Sacramento baseball, Vegas baseball, MLB revenue sharing, small market baseball, A's Subtext, Silver State Sports and Entertainment Network, SSSEN, GameTime sponsor, FanDuel sponsor For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Get Sully’s take on MLB! He has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LO... 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 Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable 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) #Athletics #LasVegasAthletics #MLB

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