MELTDOWN: Athletics Bullpen COLLAPSES, J.T. Ginn Dominates But Win SLIPS Away

Athletics fans watched a rollercoaster meltdown as the bullpen blew a five-run lead to the Chicago Cubs—raising big questions about whether this relief crew can be trusted with any lead. Can the A’s find bullpen answers fast enough to stay competitive this season? The conversation focused on Mark Kotsay’s tough calls, pulling J.T. Ginn early despite his hot streak and leaving Joel Kuhnel on the mound during the disastrous ninth inning. One concept discussed was the frustration around the closer-by-committee approach and the desperate need for dependable late-inning arms. The discussion explored how Jacob Wilson’s upcoming return and fresh starts from Jack Perkins and Kade Morris might offer a spark, while also highlighting ongoing struggles from guys like Darell Hernaiz. Several points were raised, including fans’ calls for front office action and doubts about whether the current roster can get the job done. Will the A’s front office finally shake up the ‘pen? Or are more heartbreakers on the way? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https://5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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.