Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Do unwritten rules help or hurt MLB? Aug 21, 2020

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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 Fernando Tatis Jr. and A’s outfielder Ramon Laureno and decide if these rules are good or bad for MLB. Then, Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley stops by to talk about his new teammate Madison Bumgarner and play a game of This-orThat.

(1:28) Controversy with Fernando Tatis Jr.

(9:11) Discussing A’s, Astros brawl

(15:10) Yastrzemski’s great season

(18:09) Did Giants throw at Trout?

(28:49) Bradley reveals the change with MLB players

(34:50) Bradley shares his thought on the Diamondbacks' future

(38:44) This-or-That with Archie Bradley

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Adley Rutschman discusses 2019 MLB Draft, best baseball experience Aug 18, 2020

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On this episode of the Balk Talk Podcast, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by MLB catcher and first overall pick from the 2019 MLB Draft Adley Rutschman. They discuss the 2019 MLB Draft, Adley’s experience facing MLB pitching for the first time and his experience flirting with "The Bachelor" star Madison Prewett.

(5:37) Differences between the 2019 and 2020 MLB Draft

(11:02) Rutschman discusses how he connects with fans

(16:27) Rutschman reveals the change in training this season

(18:03) Rutschman shares his insights on flirting through instagram

(23:10) Rutschman expresses his coolest baseball experience

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Brandon Crawford, Brandon Belt discuss the Giants organization Aug 14, 2020

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On the latest episode of the Balk Talk Podcast, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Dalton Johnson to discuss this weekend’s series between the Giants and A’s and key players for both teams who have seen early successes this season. Plus, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt stop by to discuss the younger talent in the Giants organization and what the future holds.

(1:36) Favorite Giants vs. A’s moment

(8:10) Yastrzemski’s breakout year

(13:46) Chapman and Olson's chemistry

(16:30) Crawford’s impact on Giants history

(21:40) Who will win the Battle of the Bay series?

(25:58) Crawford on the importance of defense

(27:20) Crawford discusses having younger coaches

(33:35) This-or-That with Brandon Crawford

(37:08) Belt shares his injury struggles

(39:13) Belt discusses the changes at Oracle park

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Matt Chapman, Liam Hendriks discuss A’s team chemistry, 2020 MLB season Aug 11, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, 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 more successful. Plus, the duo breakdown their MLB careers and play a round of This-or-That.

(4:28) Chapman reveals who the best 3rd baseman is in MLB

(9:10) Chapman details his relationship with Khris Davis

(14:43) Chapman discusses being a mentor to younger players

(16:45) How should MLB get fans more interested in baseball?

(22:28) Hendriks discusses his rollercoaster MLB career

(26:10) Hendriks describes his mentality on the mound

(31:14) This-or-That with Liam Hendriks

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Mike Yastrzemski discusses MLB breakthrough, playing at Oracle Park Aug 07, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants insider Alex Pavlovic to discuss Mike Yastrzemski’s hot start and the decision he made to kneel for the national anthem. Then, we play an interview from February when 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.’

(1:24) Who did Jess pick as NL MVP?

(2:10) Keys to Yastrzemski's success in 2020

(6:40) Thoughts on Yastrzemski kneeling for national anthem

(8:47) Yastrzemski details the 2019 season

(13:37) Yastrzemski discusses the changes at Oracle Park

(15:30) Yastrzemski on his relationship with Sandoval

(16:57) This-or-That

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Adam Rank discusses MLB fandom, bad 2019 49ers prediction Aug 04, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, 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. Then NFL Networks' Adam Rank joins the show to break down his MLB fandom and share how 49ers fans have treated him since his infamous 3-13 season prediction from last year.

(2:54) How this MLB season compares to college

(6:41) Giants transition to Gabe Kapler

(10:31) Yastrzemski off to hot start for Giants

(18:10) Surprises of the 2020 MLB season

(26:00) Rank explains how he started working for the NFL

(42:42) Most famous person to ask for fantasy football advice

(46:54) Rank reveals if 49ers fans have forgiven him

(53:38) Rank examines if an NFL will happen in 2020

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Joba Chamberlain discusses MLB rule changes, pitching at Fenway Park Jul 31, 2020

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On this episode of the Balk Talk Podcast, 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. Plus, Joba reveals his thoughts on the recent rule changes in baseball and shares why he never liked pitching in Fenway Park.

(5:37) Chamberlain shares how MLB has changed

(11:02) Chamberlain details how Marlins COVID-19 situation could escalate

(15:27) Chamberlain expresses his thoughts on new extra-innings rule

(18:03) Chamberlain discusses weight of being a first-round pick

(23:10) Chamberlain reveals if he wants to work in MLB again

(27:00) Chamberlain shares why he didn’t like pitching in Boston

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Scott Hatteberg discusses A’s talent, 2020 MLB season, “Moneyball” Jul 28, 2020

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On this episode of the Balk Talk Podcast, 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 unique. Plus, Scott weighs in on the current state of MLB and shares his thoughts on the movie, “Moneyball.”

(2:10) MLB, Marlins receive positive COVID-19 tests

(7:21) Challenges of MLB scouting during coronavirus

(10:31) What makes the Athletics organization unique?

(12:11) Hatteberg reveals what he is excited to see in 2020

(15:44) Hatteberg shares his thoughts on “Moneyball”

(19:09) How do MLB players market themselves?

(24:00) Hatteberg details how he would have handled COVID-19 situation

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Pitching Ninja discusses MLB season, players to watch for in 2020 Jul 24, 2020

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On the latest episode of the Balk Talk Podcast Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Rob Friedman, also known as Pitching Ninja, to discuss all things baseball. The duo discuss how he got started on Twitter, what MLB needs to do to attract more fans and who are some players to watch out for in 2020.

(6:11) How did "Pitching Ninja" get started?

(12:00) Friedman reveals if he has ever been starstruck

(16:44) Friedman details what pitchers throw the nastiest pitches

(20:30) What can MLB learn from the KBO?

(25:25) Player to watch out for in 2020

(27:52) How can baseball attract more fans?

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Tony Gwynn Jr. discusses Barry Bonds, the future of MLB Jul 22, 2020

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On the debut episode of the Balk Talk Podcast, 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. Stay tuned for more high-profile interviews and guests all season long!

(5:50) Gwynn Jr. shares his thoughts on the state of baseball

(7:35) Will DH in the National League be popular?

(9:52) How is the transition to the media?

(14:07) Gwynn Jr. reveals the relationship between his father and Barry Bonds

(19:47) How does baseball bring people together?

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