In this episode of Locked on A's, Booney explores the potential readiness of MLB's top prospect, 18-year-old Leo Devries. He analyzes Devries' impressive performance in Double-A and playoffs, questioning if he's ready for the majors. The podcast also covers Zane Taylor, the A's fifth-round draft pick, comparing his pitching style to Roy Oswalt. Booney reviews the A's recent series against the Pirates and previews the upcoming games against the Astros. He emphasizes the importance of these final games for reaching 75 wins and playing spoiler to the Astros' wild card hopes. The episode blends statistical analysis, prospect evaluation, and team updates, offering fans a comprehensive look at the A's present and future.

Leo Devries, MLB prospects,  Athletics, minor league performance, Double-A Midland, playoff success, batting average, home runs, RBIs, player development, Zane Taylor, UNC Wilmington, pitching prospects, strikeout-to-walk ratio, Roy Oswalt comparison, Pittsburgh Pirates series, Nick Kurtz, Lawrence Butler, Bubba Chandler, Houston Astros series, wild card race, Christian Javier, Hunter Brown, Framber Valdez, playoff implications, A's pitching matchups

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