Recorded in the KUBU Radio studio, Episode 28 of BLEAV in A’s dives into the A’s late-season surge and the wild playoff race unfolding across Major League Baseball.
The crew recaps the A’s two big wins against the Astros:
Game 1: A 5–1 victory behind Jeffery Springs, who tossed five innings of three-hit, one-run baseball to improve to 11–11 with a 4.11 ERA. RBIs came from Cortes, Hernaiz, Soderstrom, and Jacob Wilson.
Game 2: A dominant 6–0 shutout as Luis Severino earned the win, throwing 6.1 innings of three-hit ball with five strikeouts and one walk (now 8–11, 4.51 ERA). Shea Langeliers hit his 31st home run with two RBIs, Tyler Soderstrom added his 25th homer with two RBIs, and Brent Rooker drove in two more.
With one more game left in the Astros series and three games remaining against the Royals, the A’s sit at 75–83, eliminated from playoff contention but embracing the spoiler role.
The hosts also break down the chaotic MLB playoff picture:
AL West: Mariners have clinched, while the Astros are 1 game back in the Wild Card chase.
AL East: Yankees and Blue Jays have clinched playoff spots; Red Sox trail by 3 games.
AL Central: Guardians lead with the Tigers just 1 game back.
NL races: Phillies, Brewers, Dodgers, and Padres have clinched spots, with multiple teams still battling for the final Wild Card positions.
Finally, Tyler, Luke, and Devin share their predictions for how the postseason brackets will shake out and wrap the show with their Favorite A’s Memory segment.
A’s Record: 75–83 | Eliminated from playoff contention | 4 games left
Hosted by Tyler Texeira, Luke Mitchell & Devin Neel
Bleav in A’s | Bleav Podcast Network | KUBU 96.5 FM Sacramento
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