Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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, what it takes to be a good MLB hitter and how MLB can appeal to a younger demographic. (2:07) Balkovec details her journey to the Yankees organization(10:02) What does it take to be a good MLB hitter? (15:05) Balkovec discusses her interview with the Giants (27:50) Balkovec reveals how MLB can improve overall(35:09) How can MLB attract the younger demographic? 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 former Major League infielder Trevor Plouffe to discuss the early years of Matt Chapman’s career, where Chapman ranks among the third basemen in MLB and his bond with Matt Olson. Plus, the duo discuss MLB's stance on marijuana, and the importance of female representation in sports.(5:07) Plouffe discusses Chapman’s early years (10:02) Who is better: Matt Chapman or Nolan Arenado?(18:20) MLB’s stance on marijuana (25:01) Plouffe details his transition to media (30:28) Plouffe shares the importance of the female voice 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 Rob Friedman, also known as Pitching Ninja, to discuss the Giants' chances in the NL West next season, how good the A’s starting rotation will be in 2021 and look back at the most memorable moments from the 2020 MLB season.(4:55) What challenge do the Padres present to the Giants? (10:20) Cueto’s unique pitching style (15:12) Should the Giants go after Trevor Bauer? (17:42) How good can Jesús Luzardo be? (21:50) Will Oakland have the best rotation in the AL next season?(29:01) Memorable moments from the 2020 MLB 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 Mariners outfielder Taylor Trammell to discuss the lack of diversity in MLB, the difficulties of being traded and the time he met his idol Ken Griffey Jr. Plus, who is the class of the AL West? (1:55) Trammell discusses his view of baseball’s personality(8:12) Trammell details his performance in the MLB Futures game (16:42) How hard is it being traded in MLB? (22:32) Who is the class of the AL West? (29:10) Does MLB have a diversity problem? 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 Barstool’s Jared Carrabis to discuss a number of different topics, including if Trevor Bauer could be a good fit with the Giants, how Matt Olson is underrated and how Bob Melvin has a big impact on the success of the Oakland Athletics. Plus, could Bryce Harper still end up in San Francisco?(3:32) Can Trevor Bauer change the MLB culture? (11:55) Would Bauer be a good fit for the Giants? (16:12) How good can Matt Olson be? (20:00) Where will Liam Hendriks end up? (25:32) Bob Melvin’s greatness 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 catcher Chadwick Tromp to discuss a number of different topics, including what it's like playing alongside Buster Posey, the Giants' 2020 season and Gabe Kapler's managerial style. (2:02) Tromp relives his MLB debut (9:06) Tromp details the Giants' 2020 season(12:17) Tromp discusses learning from Posey (16:36) Tromp explains how it is to play for Gabe Kapler (20:03) Which pitchers are hard to catch? 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 new Giant Jason Vosler to discuss signing with San Francisco, what he brings to the team and his excitement to play with his new teammates. Plus, they break down the challenge of hitting at Oracle Park and the oddity of the 2020 MLB season. (1:32) Vosler details signing with the Giants (8:21) Vosler discusses learning from new teammates (14:20) Vosler expresses the importance of a wide skill set (20:15) Vosler breaks down his approach to hitting 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, 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 impact on the team and some players fans should keep an eye on headed into next season. (3:40) Kapler reflects on the 2020 MLB season (10:02) Kapler discusses the art of decision-making (16:50) Posey’s impact on the team (19:00) Giants to keep an eye on 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 A’s pitcher Grant Holmes to discuss a number of different topics, including the challenges of the 2020 MLB season, his goals for next year and Robbie Grossman’s breakout season. (2:35) Holmes details his takeaways from the 2020 MLB season(6:02) Holmes lists his goals for next season (10:20) Holmes reveals the value of learning from his teammates (17:18) Holmes discusses Grossman’s breakout 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 A’s prospect Daulton Jefferies to discuss a number of different topics, including his MLB debut, how Sonny Gray influenced his pitching style and Marcus Semien’s impact on the A’s. (2:40) Jefferies relives his MLB draft day (8:30) Semien’s legacy with the A’s (11:46) Jefferies details his first MLB start(20:22) Jefferies discusses practicing during the 2020 season (26:30) Jefferies explains how Sonny Gray has influenced him Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.