Episode 12 – The Seats Are Made For Dolls

It’s been a while, yes, but the Tarp Talk gang is back. A little late but the guys talk about possible winners of the closer spot (now Balfour, phew) , and what the rest of the roster should look like, and how small the plane seats are for Wishinsky.

We, actually I Spencer, apologize for this getting to you guys so late. I’ve had to deal with some family stuff, which as I hope you will understand, took some precedence over this. We have in no way abandoned this. We all love doing this very much. Stay tuned as the season gets under way, we have some very unique and fun things planned. As well as some kick ass guests for you guys. All designed to bring you the A’s in a way that will not only entertain, but inform you. Again, my apologies, and I, and we, look forward to sharing this season with you. Go A’s!

(Who’s staying up all night for the game? Raise your hand! /raises both hands)

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Time: 49:05

• Introduction
• Who Should the Closer Be? Brian Fuentes or Grant Balfour?
• Who Should man Third Base? Josh Donaldson, Eric Sogard or Adam Rosales?
• Thoughts on Yoenis Cespedes
• Outfield Jam: Who’s in? Who’s out?
• Who Should man First Base? Brandon Allen, Daric Barton or Kila Ka’aihue?
• Final Bullpen Spots? Andrew Carignan? Jordan Norberto?
• Any spring surprises?
• Airline Reviews
• Dumb Tweet of the Week

Episode 11 – R.I.P. Wiers

Finally! After two weeks and countless problems with technology (even a power outage!) the Tarp Talk gang is back with Episode 11 (or 11A, but in reality 13 … hence the problems?). Of course we have to talk about Scott Sizemore and the possible replacements and the storylines we are following during Spring Training. This week we are joined by Dan Szymborski of Baseball Think Factory ( @DSzymborski ). Dan comes on and talks about the ZiPS projections for the Athletics this season. Who he sees as a possible over/under achievers. He also lends his opinion on what that thing is in Miami. After that we do the DTOTW and say our goodbyes.

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Time: 49:08

• Introduction
• Sizemore is injured. What now?
• Adam Rosales or Eric Sogard – who is the better third baseman?
• What key spring training story lines are we all following?
• Does Yoenis Cespedes start right away?
• Dan Szymborski talks A’s and ZiPS
• Dumb Tweet of the Week
• Future writing plans for the Tarp Talk Crew

Links
How will Mariners replace injured center field Franklin Gutierrez? by Geoff Baker
The ZiPS Projections for the Oakland A’s

Episode 10 – Does He Know About Microclimates?

The gang is back! After a week off where there was no real news Tarp Talk returns this week. Of course we had to talk about the Yoenis Cespedes signing. What does this do for the outfield depth chart? Is another trade imminent? What kind of player is he going to be? And of course, we also had to talk about Coco Crisp, and we probably talked about him way too much. And there is a little Manny Ramirez talk in there as well. After that it’s the Dumb Tweet of The Week, as always, and a preview of what to expect from each of us in the upcoming week.

If you wish to send us a question or just want to say hello, the podcast can be found on Twitter (@TarpTalk) and via e-mail tarptalkpodcast@gmail.com. As always thank you for listening.

Direct Download Time: 46:29 

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• Introduction
• A’s sign Yoenis Cespedes
• What is the outfield set up with the addition of Cespedes?
• Can we flip and outfielder to get something of value?
• What is Crisp’s value – both on the field and on the trade market?
• Do we want Manny on the A’s?
• How much of a role will options play in roster decisions?
• Dumb Tweet of the Week
• Future writing plans for the Tarp Talk crew

Links
A’s ‘Likely’ to Sign Manny Ramirez by Grant Brisbee

Episode 1 – In True Baseball Blogger Fashion

Welcome to the first episode, Opening Day for us if you will, of the Tarp Talk Podcast. This week we introduce ourselves and the podcast, talk about David DeJesus‘ signing with Chicago and the A’s OF situation. We also will talk Gio Gonzalez and Josh Willingham – who is gone first? – and Jai Miller and his strikeout rate and potential place on the 2012 Oakland A’s roster.

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Time: 40:47

This Episode:

• Introduction
• David DeJesus is a Cub
• What does the A’s outfield look like in 2012?
• Is Jai Miller a part of the 2012 A’s?
• Who goes next, Gio Gonzalez or Josh Willingham?
• What is a good return for Gio Gonzalez?
• Dumb Tweet of the Week

Thank you for listening. Hope you enjoy and look forward to next week!