Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

On this episode of Balk Talk, 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 generation. Then, Dave Stewart stops by to break down the latest trades in the MLB and the behind-the-scenes details of the trade deadline. (3:40) Newman discusses the MLB trade deadline(8:25) Newman discusses the Orioles players(13:33) Newman examines Yastrzemski’s breakout season (19:15) Newman shares her advice to aspiring broadcasters (24:40) Stewart's thoughts on the trade deadline (29:20) Did the shortened season affect the trade deadline?(34:30) Stewart breaks down Giants new pitcher Anthony Banda(37:50) Stewart on the behind-the-scenes details of the trade deadline Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 for the San Jose Sharks. Plus, hear a breakdown of the 2020 MLB trade deadline! (2:10) Recapping the MLB Trade deadline (8:25) Marshall on White Sox's young talent(10:33) Have bullpens gained more respect in recent years? (17:15) Marshall's favorite baseball team growing up(23:20) Marshall discusses his Sharks fandom Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by current Cleveland Indian and former San Francisco Giant and Oakland Athletic Cameron Rupp. They discuss the current state of the MLB, learning from Buster Posey and being a mentor to younger MLB players. (1:09) MLB players protest in wake of Jacob Blake shooting (9:10) Rupp reveals his favorite type of music (13:43) Rupp explains how different this baseball season has been(19:17) Rupp discusses his experiences with Buster Posey (26:21) Rupp shares how it was playing in Philly Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt discusses the first half of the 2020 MLB season and breaks down some of the key stories from the league. Plus, Jessica shares her mid-season award choices for the National and American League. (2:26) MLB season progressing through COVID-19 (5:26) A’s-Astros rivalry(11:06) Who should win NL MVP? (16:53) Who is the best pitcher in MLB? (20:07) Will MLB finish the season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.