Podcasts by Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast
Further podcasts by Jessica Kleinschmidt, NBC Sports Bay Area
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Discussing MLB father-son combos, Joe Panik’s Giants departure, Josh Donaldson’s value from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Blue Jays announcer Ben Wagner to discuss the 2020 MLB season, Joe Panik’s Giants departure and the value of Josh Donaldson. Plus, th...
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Have MLB analytics changed baseball forever? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB pitcher Pat Light to discuss a number of different topics, including the life of an MLB player, if bullpen pitchers should...
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Should MLB embrace player celebrations? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Braves play-by-play announcer Ben Ingram to discuss a number of different topics, including how the A’s can replicate the Braves’ suc...
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MLB Mailbag: Answering questions on free agency, universal DH from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt answers your fan questions, including topics if the A’s will retain their free agents, if the MLB should keep the universal DH and who are some un...
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Will Giants, A’s make a splash in MLB free agency? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by MLB writer and insider Mark Feinsand to discuss MLB’s upcoming free agency, including if the A’s will re-sign some of marquee their p...
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MLB free agency preview with Alex Pavlovic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants Insider Alex Pavlovic to discuss the start of MLB free agency, including who is the best available player and which players th...
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Buck Showalter discusses Barry Bonds' greatness, Mike Yastrzemski’s potential for Giants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB manager Buck Showalter to discuss a number of different things, including the success of small market teams, Mike Yastrzem...
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Could steroids solve MLB’s injury problem? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Gary Sheffield Jr. to discuss how baseball has changed over the years, if MLB players need to be more outspoken and how media affects...
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Alex Pavlovic discusses MLB rule changes, Giants’ offseason plans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants Insider Alex Pavlovic to discuss if the MLB should keep any of the new rule changes, how the Giants should move forward, and H...
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Dave Stewart breaks down the A’s disappointing ALDS loss to Astros from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by the NBC Sports Bay Area's A's Analyst Dave Stewart to break down the A’s disappointing ALDS loss to the Houston Astros and Oakland’s ...
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Boog Sciambi discusses A’s talent, experiences with Kruk and Kuip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by ESPN Broadcaster Boog Sciambi to discuss the 2020 MLB season, his extensive broadcasting career and how he uncovered A’s Manager Bob ...
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A’s face White Sox in Wild Card Series; Giants fall short of MLB playoffs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by NBC Sports Bay Area writer Dalton Johnson to break down the disappointing end to the Giants' season and detail some positives for the...
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Analyzing Giants, A’s playoff possibilities from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by NBC Sports Bay Area writer Dalton Johnson to discuss the upcoming MLB playoff scenarios for the Oakland Athletics and the San Francis...
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Dallas Braden discusses A’s starting rotation, rivalry with the Astros from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the newest episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former A’s pitcher and current NBC Sports A's analyst Dallas Braden. They discuss who should pitch for the A's postseason run, ...
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Talking Giants baseball with Alex Pavlovic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants Insider Alex Pavlovic to discuss the latest news around the team, including the recent COVID-19 scare and an injury update for key players.
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Stephen Piscotty discusses A’s mentality, finding a cure for ALS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A’s outfielder Stephen Piscotty and his father Mike join Jessica Kleinschmidt to discuss their search to find a cure for ALS and their upcoming event in the fight against ALS.
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Matt Paré, Ty Kelly discuss MLB careers, content creating and life after baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB players Ty Kelly and Matt Paré to discuss their time in the league, life outside of baseball, the challenge of creating co...
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Discussing the 2020 MLB trade deadline with Melanie Newman and Dave Stewart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Orioles play-by-play announcer Melanie Newman to discuss the 2020 MLB trade deadline, Mike Yastrzemski’s breakout season and being a role model for a younger gener...
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Recapping the 2020 MLB trade deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by current Chicago White Sox and Bay Area native Evan Marshall to discuss his MLB career, his baseball fandom growing up and his love fo...
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Cameron Rupp discusses learning from Buster Posey, playing for Athletics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by current Cleveland Indian and former San Francisco Giant and Oakland Athletic Cameron Rupp to discuss the current state of the MLB, learning from Buster Posey and b...
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Do unwritten rules help or hurt MLB? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Dalton Johnson to discuss some examples of how the unwritten rules of baseball have caused controversy, including with Padres star Fe...
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Adley Rutschman discusses 2019 MLB Draft, best baseball experience from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by MLB catcher and first overall pick from the 2019 MLB Draft Adley Rutschman to discuss the 2019 MLB Draft, Adley’s experience facing MLB pitching for the first time...
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Brandon Crawford, Brandon Belt discuss the Giants organization from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt stop by to discuss the younger talent in the Giants organization and what the future holds.
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Matt Chapman, Liam Hendriks discuss A’s team chemistry, 2020 MLB season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by two Oakland Athletics: Third baseman Matt Chapman and closer Liam Hendriks, to discuss the A’s organization and how their team chemistry has helped them become mor...
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Mike Yastrzemski discusses MLB breakthrough, playing at Oracle Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Listen to an interview from February as Jessica and Alex talked to Mike Yastrzemski about his MLB breakthrough in 2019 and playing in Oracle Park before ending playing a game of ‘This-or-That.’
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Adam Rank discusses MLB fandom, bad 2019 49ers prediction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by fellow NBCS Bay Area writer Dalton Johnson to discuss the news around the MLB, including Mike Yastrzemski’s hot start and some surprises from early in the season.
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Joba Chamberlain discusses MLB rule changes, pitching at Fenway Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB pitcher and World Series champion Joba Chamberlain to discuss the current events in MLB, including the Marlins’ COVID-19 outbreak and the shortened season.
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Scott Hatteberg discusses A’s talent, 2020 MLB season, “Moneyball” from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former Oakland Athletic Scott Hatteberg to discuss a number of different topics, including how bright the future is for the A’s and what makes the organization so ...
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Pitching Ninja discusses MLB season, players to watch for in 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Rob Friedman, also known as Pitching Ninja, to discuss all things baseball.
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Tony Gwynn Jr. discusses Barry Bonds, the future of MLB from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Tony Gwynn Jr. to discuss the current state of MLB, his father’s relationship with Barry Bonds and how baseball brings people together.
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George Kontos discusses his Giants years, joining NBC Sports Bay Area from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic is joined by former Giants pitcher and newest NBCSBA analyst George Kontos to discuss George’s time with the Giants, the transition into a broadcasting career and how the former relie...
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Breaking down Giants' return to baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest edition of the Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Kelli Johnson to discuss the Giants’ return to Oracle Park and baseball activities.
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Giants GM Scott Harris discusses MLB restart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Giants general manager Scott Harris joins Alex Pavlovic to discuss the MLB's restart plan and his thoughts on the 2020 season.
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Giants manager Gabe Kapler on the return of MLB from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Giants manager Gabe Kapler to discuss the return of the MLB season and the outlook for the team.
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Giants close to return as MLB and MLBPA reportedly near agreement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic details the new reports of the MLB and MLBPA reportedly are close to an agreement on the 2020 season.
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Giants scouting director Michael Holmes discusses MLB draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants scouting director Micheal Holmes discusses the MLB draft
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Justin Viele talks about journey to role as Giants hitting coach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with Giants hitting coach Justin Viele
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Javier Lopez discusses facing Barry Bonds, favorite memory as a Giant from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the newest Giants Insider Podcast, former Giant and four-time World Series champion Javier Lopez joins Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic to discuss if baseball will be back this summer and how he ...
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Rob Brantly discusses Buster Posey's leadership, Gabe Kapler's approach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Rob Brantly to discuss his time as a journeyman in the MLB, Buster Posey's leadership and the managing style of G...
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Tyler Heineman discusses Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants catcher Tyler Heineman joined Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic on the Giants Insider Podcast to discuss what it's like to learn from Buster Posey and being teammates with Brandon Crawford.
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John Shea discusses co-writing book with Giants legend Willie Mays from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by sportswriter John Shea, who co-wrote the book, "24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid" with Willie Mays.
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Austin Slater discusses Spring Training, MLB games without fans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants outfielder Austin Slater joined Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic on the latest Giant Insider Podcast to discuss what he has been up to during quarantine, if players will need another more tim...
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Mike Krukow & Author Joan Ryan discuss Giants' team chemistry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants Announcer Mike Krukow and Author Joan Ryan joined Alex Pavlovic on the Giants Insider Podcast to discuss her new new book, "Intagibles."
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Giants Pitcher Tyler Rogers talks MLB debut, Spring Training from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants pitcher Tyler Rogers joined Kelli Johnson and Alex Palovic on the latest Giants Insider Podcast to discuss his MLB debut, how he has been keeping his arm in shape and this year's shortened S...
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Pat Burrell talks Giants future, relationship with Gabe Kapler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giant and current San Jose Giants Hitting Coach Pat Burrell joined Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic on the Giants Insider Podcast to discuss his new job, the talent in the farm system and his...
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Getting to know Giants pitcher Logan Webb from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants pitcher Logan Webb stopped by the Giants Insider Podcast to discuss a number of different topics, including his throwing program while in quarantine, the coolest person he has faced on the m...
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Catching up with Giants outfielder Hunter Pence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants outfielder Hunter Pence joined Alex Pavlovic on the latest Giants Insiders Podcast to discuss a number of different topics, including what has been keeping him busy and how he has been able ...
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Giants: Randy Winn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giant Randy Winn joined Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic on the latest Giants Insider Podcast to share his opinion on how the MLB season could start and what concerns he would have if he was ...
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Giants: Gabe Kapler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants Manager Gabe Kapler joined Alex Pavlovic on the Giants Insider Podcast to discuss the abrupt end to Spring Training and how the team is finding new ways to stay connected and productive.
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Giants: Rich Aurilia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rich Aurilia joins the Giants Insider Podcast to break down how the postponement of the season affects hitters and how long they would need to be game ready.
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Giants: Shawn Estes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants pitcher and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Shawn Estes stops by to discuss Matt Moore's struggles, current Giants elbow injuries, having Tommy John surgery, knowing your career ...
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Giants: Mauricio Dubon from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Giants' Mauricio Dubon chats with NBC Sports Bay Area's Kelli Johnson and Alex Pavlovic about what he's been doing during the coronavirus outbreak, living out ...
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Giants: Kelli Johnson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Kelli Johnson as they discuss the ramifications of the delayed baseball season, including how injuries will factor in for certain ML...
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Giants: Fixing MLB Schedule with Ahmed Fareed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Ahmed Fareed as they discuss how MLB will fix the schedule, if a shortened season will affect certain clubs and why change isn’t nec...
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Giants: Mike Krukow from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the latest Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Giants Announcer Mike Krukow as they discuss the Coronavirus and how it has changed the baseball world. Then, Krukow details how the...
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Giants: Pitching Coach Andrew Bailey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants new pitching coach Andrew Bailey joins the podcast to discuss his baseball journey and how he ended up becoming a coach with the Giants. Plus, he breaks down the current pitching rotation an...
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Giants: Top 10 Giants of the 2010s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this edition of the Giants Insider Podcast, Alex Pavlovic is joined by Anthony Garcia as they reveal their Top 10 Giants of the 2010s. Plus, the duo shares behind the scenes stories and reveals ...
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Giants: Tyler Beede from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Top pitching prospect Tyler Beede talks about his Fall League experience, his upcoming wedding, a center fielder he likes and the rumors that he might get traded for Giancarlo Stanton. Also, Alex a...
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Giants: General manager Scott Harris from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with GM Scott Harris
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Jason Vosler discusses signing with Giants, playing at Oracle Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by new Giant Jason Vosler to discuss signing with San Francisco, what he brings to the team and his excitement to play with his new team...
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Giants: Joey Bart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Joey Bart, the No. 2 pick in the MLB Draft, discusses draft night, his visit to AT&T Park, meeting Buster Posey, his first big purchase after getting drafted, and more.
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Giants manager Gabe Kapler discusses Buster Posey’s leadership, potential for 2021 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Giants Insider Alex Pavlovic talks with Giants manager Gabe Kapler about a number of different things, including his thoughts on the 2020 MLB season, Buster Posey’s im...
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Giants: Farhan Zaidi from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi discusses why he took the job, what he learned from two World Series losses with the Dodgers, the Madison Bumgarner decision, fixing the Gia...
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A’s prospect Grant Holmes discusses Robbie Grossman’s breakout season, goals for 2021 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by A’s pitcher Grant Holmes to discuss a number of different topics, including the challenges of the 2020 MLB season, his goals for next...
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Giants: Javier Lopez and Jeff Francoeur from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with Javier Lopez and Jeff Francoeur.
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A’s prospect Daulton Jefferies discusses MLB debut, Marcus Semien’s impact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by A’s prospect Daulton Jefferies to discuss a number of different topics, including his MLB debut, how Sonny Gray influenced his pitchi...
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Giants: Michael Morse from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Michael Morse talks about how he negotiated with Bobby Evans at Hunter Pence's wedding, the importance of making his comeback with the Giants, his relationship with Pence, the NLCS home run, owning...
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Giants: Mike Yastrzemski from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski.
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Giants: Sam Coonrod from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with rookie right-hander Sam Coonrod.
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Giants: Will Smith from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with Giants closer Will Smith.
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Giants: Mac Williamson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants outfielder Mac Williamson.
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Giants: Steven Duggar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Prospect Steven Duggar discusses the possibility of winning a job this spring, dealing with injuries last year, his Fall League success, playing center field at AT&T Park, living with top prosp...
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Giants: Shaun Anderson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rookie right-hander Shaun Anderson stops by the podcast to discuss his debut, how many former teammates he heard from after facing the Blue Jays, his repertoire on the mound, working with Madison B...
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Giants: Brandon Belt from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brandon Belt discusses umpires and his new dream home.
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Giants: Tyler Austin and Kyle Glaser from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tyler Austin discusses the trade to the Giants.
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Giants: Breaking down Opening Day roster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants Insider Alex Pavlovic breaks down the Opening Day roster, focusing on the decision to keep Connor Joe and Michael Reed over Mac Williamson and others. Plus, sound from Opening Day, with mana...
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Giants catcher Chadwick Tromp details learning from Buster Posey, playing for Gabe Kapler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants catcher Chadwick Tromp to discuss a number of different topics, including what it's like playing alongside Buster Posey, the G...
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Giants: Kieran Lovegrove from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A conversation with reliever Kieran Lovegrove.
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Giants: Jon Morosi from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jon Morosi discusses the latest news surrounding the Giants.
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Giants: Examining the slow offseason from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the extremely slow pace of the offseason, where the Giants go from here, the Harper-Machado markets and the possibility of the Giants jumping back in, young p...
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Giants: Bruce Bochy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants manager Bruce Bochy talks about when he knew these Giants were in trouble, the team's lack of power, the future of the outfield, Matt Cain, his future as manager and much more.
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Giants: Winter Meetings preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Previewing the MLB Winter Meetings.
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Giants: Free agency rumors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The latest on the San Francisco Giants offseason.
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Giants: Offseason rumors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the ongoing GM search, some intriguing candidates, David Bell's departure, the Patrick Corbin rumor, some free agent targets, and much more.
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Giants: Offseason preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed break down the upcoming offseason, discussing Madison Bumgarner's value, potential trade partners, the Bryce Harper question, what the Giants should do about their he...
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Giants: Larry Baer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants team president and CEO Larry Baer wraps up the season and discusses the down year, his front office, paying the tax, season ticket sales, Tim Lincecum and much more.
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Giants: Chris Stratton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Right-hander Chris Stratton discusses his breakout season, the lessons he learned from Madison Bumgarner and Matt Cain, his high spin rate and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over Johnny Cueto's cont...
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Giants: Aramis Garcia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rookie catcher Aramis Garcia discusses what he's learned from Posey and Hundley, interactions with home plate umpires, the National League player he really wants to meet this month, and much more.
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Giants: Chris Shaw from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Top prospect Chris Shaw talks about his successful season, his switch to left field, the time he thought he got traded to the Rays, a potential September call-up, balancing power with strikeouts, a...
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Giants: Ron Wotus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants third base coach Ron Wotus discusses staying out of Nolan Arenado's way, Steven Duggar's future, Austin Slater's defense, why more hitters don't try to beat his shifts, and more.
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Giants: Dereck Rodriguez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants rookie Dereck Rodriguez discusses how he was converted to pitching, the hardest part of that journey, choosing the Giants as a minor league free agent, what he's learned from Posey and Hundl...
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Giants: Austin Slater from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rookie outfielder Austin Slater discusses his quick recovery from a groin injury, being a Jaguars fan, adjusting his swing for power, long rain delays, getting drafted by the Dodgers, and more.
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Giants: Grant Brisbee from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Grant Brisbee of SB Nation and Giants Outsiders stops by to discuss what the Giants will do and should do before the deadline, Johnny Cueto's return, the surprising rookies, Jeff Samardzija's futur...
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Giants: Ray Black from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Right-hander Ray Black discusses his MLB debut, his big fastball, discovering that his arm pain had gone away last offseason, adjustments he's making, staying healthy, and much more.
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Giants: Gorkys Hernandez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants center fielder Gorkys Hernandez discusses his breakout 2018 season, what's changed, how he learned to love baseball, the outfield victory celebrations and more.
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Giants: The Strickland injury and Marlins series from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed discuss the Hunter Strickland incident and injury, the Giants throwing at Lewis Brinson, the future of the bullpen and the ninth inning, Austin Slater being held down in AAA, Pablo's...
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Giants: John Barr from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scouting director John Barr discusses first round pick Joey Bart, second round pick Sean Hjelle, why the Giants took a ton of college pitchers on the second day of the draft, and how the whole draf...
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Giants: First 50 games recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed discuss Brandon Belt’s MVP-type numbers, Buster Posey's lack of power, a weird Evan Longoria stat, the issues with the rotation, what the Giants should do with their outfield, Madiso...
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Giants: George Kontos from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants reliever George Kontos discusses finding out he was going to be a Pittsburgh Pirate, facing the Giants over the weekend, being part of Pittsburgh’s rebuild, being a setup man, how he ...
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Giants: Recapping recent weeks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed take your questions and discuss Mac vs. Pence, Duggar breaking into a crowded outfield, slow starts for some veterans in the lineup, the Bumgarner trade idea, guys st...
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Giants: Derek Holland from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Left-hander Derek Holland discusses facing the Giants in the 2010 World Series, how he chose San Francisco in the offseason, moving over to the National League, meeting Charlie Sheen, his many impe...
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Giants: Tim Flannery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants third base coach Tim Flannery discusses what he saw in the clubhouse during a week in spring training, the changes to the coaching staff, what this year will be like for Bruce Bochy, ...
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Giants: Heliot Ramos, Jacob Gonzalez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Heliot Ramos and Jacob Gonzalez, the top two Giants picks last summer, discuss their big professional debuts, what they like about each other's games, their first spring training, how they became s...
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Giants: Gregor Blanco from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gregor Blanco discusses his return to the Giants, his year with the Diamondbacks, Buster Posey vs. Paul Goldschmidt, and his desire to help young outfielders. Plus, Alex and Ahmed break down the fi...
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Giants: Tyler Cyr and Andrew Suarez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants prospects Tyler Cyr and Andrew Suarez are this episode's guests. Cyr, a right-handed reliever, discusses growing up a Giants fan, his unique college experience, the lesson he learned from Ma...
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Giants: Hunter Pence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A fired up Hunter Pence discusses his move from right field to left field, getting over last season, this being his contract year, opening a coffee shop in the offseason, and more.
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Giants: Buster Posey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Buster Posey sits down to discuss the recruitment of Shohei Ohtani, his reaction to the Longoria and McCutchen deals, lineup protection, the young starters, the concept of the Giants rebuilding, hi...
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Giants: Jeff Samardzija from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija reveals why he chose to honor Tyrone Willingham at the Coaching Corps Game Changer Awards and tells stories about his time as a two-sport star at Notre Dame. Jeff als...
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Giants: Reactions to the Austin Jackson deal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed break down the Austin Jackson deal and what it means for center field and the lineup. Then they talk about the rest of the front office's offseason plans, the need to add more pitchi...
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Giants: Evan Longoria from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the day he was introduced at AT&T Park, new Giants third baseman Evan Longoria discusses the trade, growing up in Dodger territory, getting to know his new teammates, if the Giants have the ...
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Giants: Andrew McCutchen trade from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed react to the Andrew McCutchen trade and discuss where he might hit, what the Giants gave up, and what they should do in center field. Plus, is the rotation now the most pressing need...
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Giants: Kevin Frandsen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giant Kevin Frandsen discusses his new radio job, the concept of this Giants team turning into the Phillies squad that had to go through a long rebuild, the Evan Longoria deal, what he likes...
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Giants: Brett Pill from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants first baseman Brett Pill stops by to discuss his time in San Francisco, what it was like playing in South Korea and what comes next now that his playing days are over. Plus, Alex and ...
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Evan Longoria trade from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed break down all angles of the Evan Longoria trade, including the "rebuild vs. reload" debate, future payroll commitments, losing Christian Arroyo, what this means for Pablo Sandoval, ...
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Giants: David Bell and Craig Mish from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
David Bell, the new VP of Player Development, discusses why he returned to the Giants, his goals for the farm system, changes they need to make, and his best memories from San Francisco. Then, Crai...
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Giants: A coaching staff shakeup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex and Ahmed discuss the World Series, how the Giants compare to the two finalists, the October coaching changes, new hitting coach Alonzo Powell, some big-name free agents, trade chips, and the ...
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Giants: Brian Sabean from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brian Sabean, the Giants' executive vice president of baseball operations, discusses Chris Shaw, Steven Duggar, the 2017 draft class, having the No. 2 pick, scouting internationally, the emphasis o...
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Giants: Hensley Meulens from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants hitting coach Hensley Meulens discusses the lineup's lack of power, how to change that, Austin Slater's approach, what Christian Arroyo needs to change, Brandon Crawford's second-half improv...
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Giants: Todd Linden from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giant Todd Linden talks about returning to the organization as San Jose's hitting coach, working with young outfielders like Bryan Reynolds and Steven Duggar, playing with Barry Bonds, and m...
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Giants: Ahmed Fareed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the quiet trade deadline, the next two months for the Giants, Madison Bumgarner's future here, Brandon Belt's advanced metrics, the fastest Giants and much more.
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Giants: Joe Ritzo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
San Jose Giants broadcaster Joe Ritzo gives his memories of the minor league careers of Madison Bumgarner, Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt. Joe also discusses the current San Jose o...
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Giants: Ryder Jones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rookie third baseman Ryder Jones discusses the highs and lows of his first week in the big leagues, the advice Christian Arroyo gave him, learning lessons at AT&T Park, improving his approach at th...
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Giants: Chris Heston from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giant Chris Heston talks about his journey to the Twins, his final year with the Giants, keeping in touch with old teammates, and why he occasionally watches his no-hitter.
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Giants: Recapping Strickland-Harper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rich Aurilia joins the podcast to talk about baseball brawls, Buster Posey's role, clubhouse chemistry and more. Then, Nationals sideline reporter Dan Kolko discusses the other side of the fight, w...
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Giants: Cody Ross from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants outfielder Cody Ross discusses his transition to coaching, the organization's young outfielders, dealing with being on a losing team, watching Marco Scutaro's NLCS, and more.
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Giants: Joe Panik from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Second baseman Joe Panik talks about the rough start to the season, having a sense of urgency, his (good) health, Christian Arroyo, finding out he won a Gold Glove, working with Brandon Crawford, h...
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Giants: FanGraphs writer Eno Sarris from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Baseball writer Eno Sarris of FanGraphs discusses the new way velocity is tracked, how players view advanced metrics, peak years for hitters, the NL West and more.
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Giants: Javier Lopez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Longtime Giant Javier Lopez discusses his transition into a television role, the decision to retire after last season, the toughest lefties he faced, the future of a young bullpen, and more.
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Giants: Matt Cain from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Matt Cain sits down to discuss his recent struggles, helping the pitchers who are trying to take that No. 5 spot, the potential of this rotation, the five-year anniversary of his perfect game, and ...
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Giants: Mac Williamson and Jarrett Parker from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This episode focuses on the two players fighting for the left field job. First, Mac Williamson on their friendship, overcoming injuries, being a young pinch-hit option, working with Matt Duffy and ...
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Giants: Conor Gillaspie from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants third baseman Conor Gillaspie sits down to discuss his improvement defensively, his work with Ron Wotus, moving on from the postseason, watching his little brother get closer to the big leag...
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Giants: Jimmy Rollins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Infielder Jimmy Rollins discusses his first impressions of the Giants, what it was like to be on other side of Giants-Dodgers rivalry, Bumgarner vs. Kershaw, facing Bumgarner, coming back to the Ba...
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Giants: Derek Law and Josh Osich from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Right-hander Derek Law explains how and why he got 800 chicken nuggets for his wedding, and he looks back at the way last season ended. Then, left-hander Josh Osich talks about his knee surgery, 20...
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Giants: Top prospect Tyler Beede from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tyler Beede, the Giants' top pitching prospect, talks about his development on the mound, his goals for spring training, offseason workouts with Melancon, learning from Bumgarner, his music career,...
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Giants: Brian Sabean on Melancon signing, Posey's future, top prospects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants vice president of baseball operations Brian Sabean discusses the Melancon signing, top Giants prospects, the postseason, Bumgarner's contract situation, Posey's future behind the plate and m...
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Giants: All-Star closer Mark Melancon on why he chose San Francisco from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New closer Mark Melancon talks about his decision to choose the Giants, the unique ways he prepares his body, learning from Mariano Rivera, his off-field 'bucket list' and more.
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Giants: Bruce Bochy on team's direction from MLB winter meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants manager Bruce Bochy joined Alex Pavlovic at the winter meetings to discuss the Mark Melancon addition and much more...
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Giants: Bobby Evans and Adam Berry on Mark Melancon from MLB winter meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants GM Bobby Evans and Pirates beat reporter Adam Berry (who covered Mark Melancon for two years) join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to explain what type of person and player the G...
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Giants: Prospects Ryder Jones and Aramis Garcia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From the Arizona Fall League, infielder Ryder Jones discusses playing new positions, the life of a prospect at the trade deadline, his Double-A season and more. Catcher Aramis Garcia describes a co...
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Giants: GM Bobby Evans on free agency philosophy, Matt Cain's future, top prospects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants general manager Bobby Evans joins Alex Pavlovic at an Arizona Fall League during the GM meetings to discuss the Giants stance going into free agency, how he expects the bottleneck at the bac...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: RP George Kontos from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Senior Insider Ray Ratto and relief pitcher George Kontos join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to discuss the end-of-season press conference, Kontos' rooting interest for the rest of th...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Shawn Estes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Shawn Estes played 13 season in the majors including seven in San Francisco and one with both the Mets and Cubs. He joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast from Finnerty's in New York to ...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Jon Miller from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Legendary Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast ahead of the regular season-ending series against the Dodgers to regale listeners with tales of legendary D...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: LHP Ty Blach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a whirlwind week for Ty Blach, who just received his first MLB call-up and made his MLB debut, the Giants’ left-handed pitcher joined Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of “The Giants Insid...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Grant Brisbee from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
McCovey Chronicles’ Grant Brisbee joins Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of The Giants Insider Podcast to break down where this Giants season ranks among the team’s recent history, how the two ...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Ryan Vogelsong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Old friend Ryan Vogelsong joins Alex Pavlovic on “The Giants Insider Podcast” with his typically honest takes on an emotional (and victorious) return to AT&T Park, how getting hit in the face has c...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: President and CEO Larry Baer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giants President and CEO Larry Baer joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” with the trade deadline approaching to break down his deadline philosophy, the balance ...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Catcher Trevor Brown from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Catcher Trevor Brown joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to discuss his first full first half, learning from Buster Posey, the struggles of being a Dodgers fan...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Tim Lincecum from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants star Tim Lincecum joins the podcast to discuss his return to the big leagues, his desire to remain a starter, his lasting connection to San Francisco and more. Plus, MLB.com Giants be...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Relief pitcher Chris Stratton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Right-hander Chris Stratton made his MLB debut last week. He joins Alex Pavlovic on Episode 12 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to break down his path to the majors and his hectic last month, which ...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Mercury News’ Daniel Brown from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Longtime Bay Area reporter Daniel Brown of the Mercury News joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 11 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to debate the biggest moments in franchise history…
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Relief pitcher Cory Gearrin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Reliever Cory Gearrin joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 10 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” revealing when he learned he wanted to join the Giants, what left Madison Bumgarner impressed with his game,...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 9 with Albert Suarez from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After nine years in the minors, Albert Suarez made his big league debut and got his first win in the majors this week. During BP at Chase Field, he took time to sat down with Alex Pavlovic to break...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 8 with Tim Flannery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants third-base coach and current CSN analyst Tim Flannery joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 8 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to tell some old war stories, reveal insights into players like...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 7 with Derek Law from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Derek Law makes his podcast debut less than a week after a successful MLB debut. The Giants’ talented reliever joins Alex Pavlovic to talk about his whirlwind week, his love for dancing, and the ti...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 6 with Jeremy Affeldt from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Giants reliever Jeremy Affeldt joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 6 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to reveal how he’s “upping the risk” in retirement, his transition from player to media, and ...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 5 with Tim Brown from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It was a wild weekend of April baseball at AT&T Park between the Giants and Dodgers. Yahoo Sports national MLB columnist Tim Brown joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 5 of “The Giants Insider Podcast”....
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 4 with Marty Lurie from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Episode 4 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” is live! Marty Lurie joins Alex Pavlovic to dish out spring training awards and tee up Opening Day on Monday, April 4.
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 3 with Matt Duffy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Episode 3 of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! Third baseman Matt Duffy joins the program and the two nearly get through the entire episode without talking Skeeter. Enjoy!
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 2 with George Kontos from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Episode 2 of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! Relief pitcher George Kontos joins to program and discusses replacing “punching bag” Jeremy Affeldt, his deep Chicago roots and...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 1 with Brandon Crawford from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The inaugural episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! After winning the offseason with a new six-year, $75 million contract, a Gold Glove, a Silver Slugger and the birth...
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Marcus Semien's departure, A’s 2021 outlook with Dallas Braden from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by A’s analyst Dallas Braden to discuss the key departures of Liam Hendriks and Marcus Semien, how the A’s look heading into next season...
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Does MLB have Hall of Fame problem? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Britt Ghroli, MLB writer for The Athletic, to discuss the Hall of Fame, if Barry Bonds and Curt Schilling deserve to be enshrined in ...
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Liam Hendriks' success, World Baseball Classic memories with Peter Moylan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB pitcher Peter Moylan to discuss the success of Liam Hendriks, what it was like to pitch in the World Baseball Classic and ...
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Bruce Bochy’s friendship, Tommy Lasorda’s legacy, MLB’s young stars with Kurt Bevacqua from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Kurt Bevacqua to discuss his friendship with former Giants manager Bruce Bochy, the legacy of Tommy Lasorda and the...
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Breaking down Giants’ offseason moves, A's roster changes, Marcus Semien’s future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt and Dalton Johnson discuss the recent offseason moves for the Giants and how the team should fill some holes moving forward. Then, they turn their...
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Barry Bonds’ Hall of Fame chances, playing in steroid era with Preston Wilson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Preston Wilson to discuss a number of different topics, including the experience playing during the steroid era, if...
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Alyssa Nakken’s impact, solving MLB’s demographic problem with Rachel Balkovec from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Yankees hitting coach Rachel Balkovec to discuss a number of different topics, including the influence of Giants coach Alyssa Nakken,...
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Trevor Plouffe discusses Matt Chapman’s stardom, importance of female representation in sports from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former Major League infielder Trevor Plouffe to discuss the early years of Matt Chapman’s career, where Chapman ranks among the third...
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Examining Giants' NL West chances, A’s 2021 potential with Pitching Ninja from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Rob Friedman, also known as Pitching Ninja, to discuss the Giants' chances in the NL West next season, how good the A’s starting rota...
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A's, Mariners, state of AL West and lack of diversity in MLB with Taylor Trammell from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Mariners outfielder Taylor Trammell to discuss the lack of diversity in MLB, the difficulties of being traded and the time he met his...
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Jared Carrabis talks Trevor Bauer, Giants’ future, Matt Olson’s underrated stardom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Barstool’s Jared Carrabis to discuss a number of different topics, including if Trevor Bauer could be a good fit with the Giants, how...
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Michael Morse discusses his time with Giants, friendship with Hunter Pence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former Giant and World Series champion Michael Morse to discuss the 2020 MLB season, his time with the Giants and his travels across ...
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Marcus Semien discusses his time with the A’s, upcoming free agency from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Bay Area natives and free agents Marcus Semien and Tyson Ross, as well as Washington Nationals pitcher Joe Ross, to discuss the start...
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Cliff Floyd discusses the A’s talent, youth movement in MLB from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by MLB Network’s Cliff Floyd to discuss a number of different topics, including this year’s MLB free agency, the new youth movement in b...
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Alex Dickerson discusses Mike Yastrzemski’s impact, Giants' expectations for 2021 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants outfielder Alex Dickerson to discuss a number of different topics, including the challenge of offseason workouts, his thoughts...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 1 with Brandon Crawford from 2016-03-10T18:49:01
The inaugural episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! After winning the offseason with a new six-year, $75 million contract, a Gold Glove, a Silver Slugger and the birth...
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The Giants Insider Podcast: Episode 1 with Brandon Crawford from 2016-03-10T18:49:01
The inaugural episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! After winning the offseason with a new six-year, $75 million contract, a Gold Glove, a Silver Slugger and the birth...
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