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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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San Francisco Chronicle freelance reporter Steve Kroner joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey after the Giants' extra inning win over the Cubs to talk about the team rebounding from a bad series in Colorado to finish the road trip 5-5, and what lies a... more

Three-time Gold Glove Award winner and 2003 World Series Champion Derrek Lee joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about his hometown of Sacramento producing a lot of MLB talent, passing up a basketball scholarship at North Carolina to sign wi... more

Sacramento River Cats (AAA) pitcher Carson Whisenhunt joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about how he's adjusted to elevate the velocity on his pitches, how different pitching environments affect the movement on his pitches, and what his mi... more

Giants' Senior Director of Player Development Kyle Haines joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to talk about the success of the team's minor league affiliates, and how difficult it is to maintain success in the lower levels of the system with constan... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Haines
Senior Director of Player Development for the San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Kyle Haines on Giants' minor league success despite changing rosters
Drew Cavanaugh
Catcher for the Sacramento River Cats; former Florida Southern College standout
San Francisco Giants organization / Sacramento River Cats
Episode: Drew Cavanaugh on the jumps from high school to college, and Double-A to Triple-A baseball
Jordan Buscarini
Sports Director at Eastern Utah Broadcasting; host of Drive Time Sports on KOAL 107.3 FM and 7:50 AM in Utah
Eastern Utah Broadcasting
Episode: Jordan Buscarini on the optimism meter for the Rockies
Ted Barrett
Major League Baseball Umpire
Major League Baseball
Episode: Ted Barrett on the challenges of umpiring
Luis Gonzalez
Five-time National League All-Star, Hall of Fame member
Arizona Diamondbacks
Episode: Luis Gonzalez on the evolution of youth baseball pipelines to the MLB
Thomas Harding
Baseball writer for mlb.com
mlb.com
Episode: Thomas Harding-on the struggles of the Colorado Rockies the past few seasons and the moves they have made to improve
Jesse Chavez
Former MLB pitcher; bullpen coach for Tony Vitello's San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants (coaching staff)
Episode: Jesse Chavez on how playing experiences translate to coaching
Jonah Cox
Richmond Flying Squirrels outfielder/infielder and 2023 Oakland Athletics draftee
Oakland Athletics (drafted by) / Richmond Flying Squirrels
Episode: Jonah Cox on the road from community college to Double-A
Nick Piecoro
Writer for the Arizona Republic covering the Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona Republic
Episode: Nick Piecoro on the 2026 D-Backs team and previewing the Giants-Diamondbacks series at Oracle Park

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

Listeners Say

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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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Apple Podcasts
#242
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Apple Podcasts
#107
Spain/Sports/Baseball

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Jordan Buscarini on the optimism meter for the Rockies
Q: Jordan, looking at the lineup today, what stood out to you most about the mix and the decision to move players around?
Jordan highlights the youth and upside of several players, notes the balance between power and speed, and argues that sustained improvements at the top of the lineup can unlock more runs.
Drew Cavanaugh on the jumps from high school to college, and Double-A to Triple-A baseball
Q: I want to ask you about the Summer Ball program. Tell me a little bit about that Summer League, because you played there a couple of years.
Drew explained that the Leesburg Lightning Summer League involvement, sparked by his brother's internship, gave him daily playing opportunities against a diverse mix of college and JuCo players, which was pivotal for growth.
Drew Cavanaugh on the jumps from high school to college, and Double-A to Triple-A baseball
Q: Tell me a little bit about that difference you see in managing this Richmond Flying Squirrels team and how you like Dave so far.
Drew replied that the everyday bar for players with major league time changed the dynamic; he appreciated Dave Brundage's veteran presence, and the adaptation required when a team has guys with extensive pro experience.
Lamond Pope on how this Chicago White Sox team is surprising much of the league this season
Q: What has stood out about the pitching staff and the bullpen this year?
Lamond points to improved bullpen stability, with closer Sir Anthony Dominguez and other arms like Grant Taylor and Brian Hudson providing reliable late innings, coupled with solid starting depth that has kept the rotation competitive.
Lamond Pope on how this Chicago White Sox team is surprising much of the league this season
Q: What about the leadership under Will Venable has stood out to you as the season has progressed?
Lamond describes Venable as a strong leader who has learned from his managerial mentors, delegated to the coaching staff, and created an environment where younger players can grow and thrive, which has helped drive the team's positive direction.

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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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2. Drew Cavanaugh
3. Jordan Buscarini
4. Ted Barrett
5. Luis Gonzalez
6. Thomas Harding
7. Jesse Chavez
8. Jonah Cox

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