Hard-Hitting Analysis – The Drive – 8/29

Aug 29, 2018, 12:00 AM | Updated: Jan 4, 2019, 11:33 am

HOUSTON, TX - AUGUST 28:  Matt Olson #28 of the Oakland Athletics hits a three-run home run in the ...

HOUSTON, TX - AUGUST 28: Matt Olson #28 of the Oakland Athletics hits a three-run home run in the third inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on August 28, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

(Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Hour 1

Segment 1: Carmichael Dave discusses a not funny (but definitely a little funny) social media conundrum.

Segment 2: Morning Brew! The A’s top the Astros. The Giants walk off the Diamondbacks. The Kings announce a new coaching staff.

Segment 3: Dave and Kyle chat about the A’s win and analyze some of the radio calls from last night.

Segment 4: Dave pulls back the curtain on A’s game broadcasts.

Hour 2

Segment 1: Dave breaks down some of the Kings’ behind-the-scenes personnel moves from the offseason.

Segment 2: Threefer Madness! It’s too late for the Giants, right? If the A’s lose Wednesday, can they still win the division? Who recovers better from their Achilles injury – DeMarcus Cousins or Richard Sherman?

Segment 3: Oakland A’s first baseman Matt Olson joins the show and talks about the A’s big win over the Astros, his superstitions, favorite TV shows and video games.

Hour 3

Segment 1: Marcus Mosher of the Raiders Wire jumps on to talk about Khalil Mack and the Raiders’ upcoming season.

Segment 2: A Knicks fan sold his fandom to the highest bidder. The guys chat about what team he roots for now.

Segment 3: Bill Belichick is a crazy person. See ya!

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