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The Oakland Athletics finish 64-98, fourth in the AL West, while the Astros clinch with an 81-81 record. Zack Gelof sues the Tigers over a metal fence incident at Comerica Park. Manager Mark Kotsay cites unprecedented injuries derailing the season.

Hosts analyze the impact of the Automated Ball-Strike System, which flipped 54% of challenged calls, and discuss catcher battles between Jonah Heim and Shea Langeliers. Roster moves involve Jeff McNeil, Max Muncy, and Henry Bolte as the team prepares for 2027.

Key topics include Jeffrey Springs' health projection, bullpen usage with arms like Scott Blewett and Hunter Bigge, and platoon splits for Lawrence Butler and Denzel Clarke. The episode explores whether the A's can improve to 75 wins next year.

In this episode: Gelof Lawsuit & Robot Umpires · Catcher Battle & Infield Depth · Hypothetical Trades & Lightning Round.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/ath/2026-10-09/transcript.html

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