Nick is correct. I was in my local walmart a couple days ago and saw the A2 alongside a bluray player.
The rumors of a $99 player are coming from AVS...and we all know what how accurate they are so I really don't know if it's going to happen or not. Time will tell.
Fingers crossed though...
EDIT: It looks like it is TRUE??? Here is the latest thread confirming the low priced players at Walmart. AVS Toshiba HD-A2