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SACRAMENTO, CA - NOVEMBER 29:  De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ...
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Don’t Be A Disagree Person – The Drive – 3/1

Hour 1 Segment 1: It’s been a long week, man. Segment 2: Morning Brew! Marvin Bagley sprained his knee. The Sacramento Kings face the Los Angeles Clippers. Bryce Harper signs with the Phillies. Segment 3: Projecting which games Marvin Bagley will miss with a knee sprain. Segment 4: Bryce Harper got paaaaaaaid. Hour 2 Segment 1: A quick preview of […]
5 years ago
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A’s OF Nick Martini Has Right Knee Sprain, Could Miss Opening Day

The injury bug bit the Oakland A’s early this season. Outfielder Nick Martini exited the team’s Spring Training game Tuesday with what was originally called a back injury. The ailment was revealed to be a right knee sprain that will sideline Martini for at least two weeks. Right knee sprain for Martini. He will be […]
5 years ago
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 21: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks takes a shot ...
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Here We Ja Rule – The Drive – 2/27

Hour 1 Segment 1: Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss Kyle’s baldness and their upcoming trip to Spring Training. Segment 2: Morning Brew! The Sacramento Kings welcome in the Milwaukee Bucks. MLB is ditching the pitch clock…for now. The Dallas Cowboys had a rough day Tuesday. Segment 3: A quick preview of the Kings’ game against the Bucks. Segment […]
5 years ago
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Matt George

Mike Bibby Accused of Sexual Assault by High School Teacher

According to reports, first broken by The Arizona Republic, former Sacramento King Mike Bibby has been accused of sexual abuse and harassment at Shadow Mountain High School where he coaches in Arizona. Police are currently investigating reports by a teacher at the high school that Bibby “grabbed her by the waist and pulled her into […]
5 years ago
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Matt George

A’s Slugger Khris Davis Says He Wants To Stay In Oakland

The Oakland A’s have begun Spring Training in Arizona, coming off of a shocking 97 win season in 2018. Designated hitter and utility outfielder Khris Davis has been a monstrous part of the Athletics’ success, hitting over 40 home runs in his last three seasons, including a career high 48 in 2018. The A’s have […]
5 years ago
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 27:  Manny Machado #8 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates with teammate...
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Manny Machado Money – The Drive – 2/20

Hour 1 Segment 1: Damien Barling and Jason Ross fill in for Carmichael Dave. Manny Machado finally signed with the San Diego Padres, and now we wait for Bryce Harper. Segment 2: The AAF is having serious financial issues after only two weeks. Segment 3: Rob Gronkowski retirement talk resurfaces, and a lot of Walkman talk. Segment 4: It […]
5 years ago
ANAHEIM, CA - JUNE 23:  Coco Crisp #4 of the Oakland Athletics looks on during a baseball game agai...
Chris Watkins

Coco Crisp To Join A’s Radio Broadcast As Analyst

The Oakland A’s announced earlier Tuesday morning that former Athletic Coco Crisp will be joining the radio broadcast booth as an analyst for the 2019 season. He’s bringing the Bernie Lean back to Oakland. Welcome back @Coco_Crisp as a game analyst on A’s radio broadcasts for 33 games this season. pic.twitter.com/7HM5Wv4xin — Oakland Athletics 🌳🐘⚾️ […]
5 years ago
NEW YORK - CIRCA 1981: Graig Nettles #9 of the New York Yankees takes the throw at third, leaping o...
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Rickey Henderson: Not A Known Liar – The Drive – 2/19

Hour 1 Segment 1: Damien Barling and Jason Ross fill in for Dave. They touch on the top story lines from the weekend including the NBA All-Star game, Antonio Brown’s Instagram Live, and the Alliance of Americn Football games. Segment 2: Recapping the NBA All-Star game with some of the best and worst moments from the contest. […]
5 years ago
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Bruce Bochy Retirement Announcement Spells End Of Era For Giants

San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy on Monday announced to a group of reporters that 2019 will be his final season. He'll retire after 36 MLB seasons – nine as a player, two as a coach and 25 as a manager. The announcement signals the official end of the high watermark era of Giants baseball in San Francisco.
5 years ago
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Digit Al

Three Positions To Watch During A’s Spring Training

What might be even tougher than winning 97 games like the Oakland Athletics did last season, is following it up. The A’s shocked the baseball world with that 97-win season and their one game trip to the playoffs. As cliche as it sounds, the journey to the postseason begins at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Arizona. […]
5 years ago
SACRAMENTO, CA - NOVEMBER 19:  Peja Stojakovic #16 of the Sacramento Kings stands next to his teamm...
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A Rabbit Hole of Nostalgia – The Drive – 2/15

Hour 1 Segment 1: Carmichael Dave and Kyle are working on some cool new stuff to go along with the new KHTK website. Segment 2: Morning Brew! NFL owners reached out to Adam Silver about running the NFL. Anthony Davis got hurt in the Pelicans’ win over the Thunder. The NBA All-Star break is officially underway. Segment […]
5 years ago
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Kyle Madson

Kyle Madson: Why I’m joining the KHTK blog

This was supposed to be my first blog for KHTK’s website. It wasn’t. I wrote something else beforehand. Honestly, nobody even asked me to write this. I’m doing this on my own. It was going to be this huge thing that I made a big deal out of even though all it is is me […]
5 years ago
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Digit Al

Athletics Sign Robbie Grossman To A One-Year Deal

With position players reporting to camp on Friday, the Oakland Athletics have added some depth to their outfield. The A’s continued their busy week by signing outfield Robbie Grossman to a one-year, major league deal, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. #Athletics signing free-agent outfielder Robbie Grossman to one-year, major-league contract, source tells The […]
5 years ago
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Digit Al

Kyler Murray Says He’s Committed To Playing In The NFL

Heisman Trophy winner and Oakland Athletics top-draft pick Kyler Murray announced he will be pursuing a career in the NFL instead of Major League Baseball.
5 years ago
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Matt George

Exclusive Interview with Oakland A’s Manager Bob Melvin

The reigning American League Manage of the Year joins Matt George.
5 years ago
NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 22: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Mariano Rivera #42 of the New York Yankees thro...
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Exit Light, Enter Night – The Drive – 1/23

Damien Barling and Jason Ross fill in again with Carmichael Dave on vacation. They discuss the 2019 Baseball Hall of Fame class. The guys also recap the Sacramento Kings' loss to the Toronto Raptors, analyze whether Marvin Bagley should be in the starting lineup moving forward and look at some NBA trade rumors.
5 years ago
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Matt George

Exclusive Interview with New Milwaukee Brewers Pitching Coordinator Jake McKinley

Matt George sits down with the former William Jessup University head coach for an exclusive interview.
5 years ago
OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 15:  The Oakland Athletics number one draft pick Kyler Murray #1 an outfielder o...
Digit Al

Report: A’s expect first-round pick Kyler Murray to enter NFL Draft

The Oakland Athletics are expecting first-round pick and Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray to declare for the NFL Draft on Sunday, according to Susan Slusser and Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle.
5 years ago
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Matt George

It’s Time for Abusive Fan Culture to End

"Being a fan or having an emotional attachment to a team or player in no way justifies irresponsible criticism, hatred, or any kind of physical/emotional abuse."
5 years ago
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Matt George

WATCH: Royals Prospect Gives Emotional Gift to Parents

Royals prospect Brady Singer wanted to do something special for his parents this Christmas.
5 years ago
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Digit Al

Athletics Give Back To Families in Oakland-Area

It's the start of the Oakland Athletics' Week Of Giving for December. A trio of A's players are hosting this event, including Gold Glove winner Matt Chapman, Marcus Semien and Stephen Piscotty to give back to families in the Oakland area.
5 years ago
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Matt George

Oakland A’s Plan New Ballpark at Howard Terminal

The Oakland A's have plans set to build their new home in the East Bay.
5 years ago
SEATTLE, WA - NOVEMBER 15: Ed Dickson #84 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates a touchdown in the fou...
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Working With Children – The Drive – 11/16

Damien Barling and Jason Ross fill in! They chat about the Packers Seahawks game, and look ahead at the Week 11 NFL schedule.The guys also discuss the Warriors internal issues, and the Rockets parting with Carmelo Anthony. They look ahead at Kings Grizzlies with Grizzlies TV voice Pete Pranica.
5 years ago
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Jason Ross

J.Ross: Congrats to Bob Melvin

Bob Melvin has done it again. The surprise year by the A's has ended with another Manager of the Year award for Melvin.
5 years ago