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He used to win ballgames as a popular right-hander for the San Francisco Giants, now he’s talking ball on KNBR. Bill Laskey hops on the blowtorch for Extra Innings w/ Bill Laskey every Saturday and Sunday following Giants baseball.

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New Giants minor league pitcher Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about how he adjusted when he received the news that he was being traded to the Giants, his interests outside of baseball, and how the nickname "Tug... more

Hall of Fame relief pitcher and 1981 AL MVP Rollie Fingers joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about how he turned down the Dodgers to sign for the Kansas City Athletics, how he transformed the idea of a relief pitcher, and his famous mustac... more

Mike Davis was signed as a 3rd round pick of the 1977 amateur draft by the Oakland A's. He joined Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about his baseball journey

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Steve Kroner joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey after the Giants 6-4 win vs the A's in Sacramento

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Recent Guests

Vern Glen
Sports Director, KPIX Channel 5
KPIX TV Channel 5
Episode: Vern Glen reacts to Giants trading Patrick Bailey
Evan Longoria
Professional baseball player, former third baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays and San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants (former), Tampa Bay Rays (former)
Episode: Evan Longoria on baseball journey, from American League champion to record-setting season with Giants
Jonny Gomes
World Series Champion, 2013 with the Boston Red Sox
Former MLB outfielder
Episode: Jonny Gomes on the level of MLB pitching, and how to approach each outfield position at the MLB level
Adam Berry
Journalist for mlb.com covering the Tampa Bay Rays since 2021
mlb.com / Tampa Bay Rays coverage
Episode: Adam Berry talks some baseball with Bill about the upcoming series vs the Tampa Bay Rays
Dave Tobener
Sports writer for the SF Chronicle/SFGate likely contributing analyst
SFGate
Episode: Dave Tobener joins the show after a brutal sweep in Philly as the Giants look ahead to the series vs the Tampa Bay Rays
Justin Meccage
First-year pitching coach for the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Justin Meccage on the Giants' bullpen strong start to the season
Ryan Leong
Bay Area Sports Wrap reporter covering Northern California sports
Bay Area Sports Wrap
Episode: Ryan Leong evaluates the first month of the season for the Giants
Jose Viscaino
Former MLB infielder who played for Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, Giants
Former MLB player
Episode: Jose Viscaino dives into his journey to Major League baseball and shares some of his favorite memories
Steve Rogers
Former Montreal Expos star, Hall of Fame catcher
Montreal Expos
Episode: Steve Rogers shares some of his favorite memories throughout his career with the Expos

Host

Bill Laskey
Host of postgame shows and related Giants coverage on KNBR; long-time former Giants pitcher known for in-depth baseball analysis and engaging interviews.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • 2025 Season

    Another great season Bill!!! I love all your in-depth interviews. They are so much better and informative than most others! Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristie2u
    United States8 months ago
  • Dave Brundage

    I love all your in-depth interviews. They are so much better and informative than most others! Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristie2u
    United States2 years ago

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Guest quality and topics consistently strong for listeners interested in strategy and player development.
Thoughtful, in-depth interviews that go beyond box scores.
Hosts bring real baseball experience to every discussion.
Pitches a good mix of current events and historical perspective.

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#77
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Talking Points

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Jesus Rodriguez on adjusting to MLB life after trade from Yankees, and mental aspect of hitting at MLB level
Q: What is it that you have to adjust to as you face MLB pitching and the challenges of moving up?
Rodriguez emphasizes rhythm, confidence, and trusting pre-season training over changing mechanics, with a focus on staying relaxed and believing in his ability to perform.
Adam Berry talks some baseball with Bill about the upcoming series vs the Tampa Bay Rays
Q: How is Kevin Cash affecting the Rays this year with his in-game management and roster decisions?
Cash emphasizes flexibility, matchup-based bullpen usage, and keeping players comfortable in their roles to maximize the roster's overall effectiveness.
Adam Berry talks some baseball with Bill about the upcoming series vs the Tampa Bay Rays
Q: Tell me a little bit about what you've seen on Shane McClanahan so far.
McClanahan has evolved from a top velocity thrower to a pitcher who uses a varied mix, including a sharper changeup, and is back to pitching with intent and control after his surgeries.
Adam Berry talks some baseball with Bill about the upcoming series vs the Tampa Bay Rays
Q: Adam, Tampa Bay is out to a great start, 18 and 12 so far, coming home for a three game series against the Giants. What have you seen out of them so far?
Starting pitching has been strong, with McClanahan and others building up after rust, while the lineup has leaned into a small-ball approach with speed and opportunistic offense to support a solid rotation.
Jack McKeon aka "Trader Jack" joins the show to break down his legendary MLB Managerial career
Q: What was your approach when you first took over, especially regarding the roster and the clubhouse culture?
I told the players I wasn't there to babysit; I was there to win. We needed to clear the air, shake up the staff and roster where needed, and get everyone on the same page with accountability and aggressive, productive play.

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A postgame-focused show hosted by a former Giants pitcher features long-form conversations with current players, former managers, broadcasters, and analysts from the baseball world. Episodes center on career journeys, pitching and hitting psychology, bullpen strategy, and behind-the-scenes decisions that shape team performance. Noteworthy is the emphasis on leadership, adaptability, and practical insights drawn from lifetime involvement in the sport, with guests ranging from Hall of Famers to contemporary pitchers and broadcasters. This mix creates content valuable for listeners who want deep, tactical baseball analysis delivered with first-hand experience and colorful anecdotes.

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