RizzoCast

In episode 162 of RizzoCast, we are joined by University of Mississippi shortstop Luke Hill to discuss his upcoming sophomore season, entering the transfer portal, departing Arizona State, becoming a 2025 MLB draft prospect, learning the metal side of baseball, gaining motivation, supporting nonprofits, growing a passion for the game, super bowl peedictions, the Dodgers offseason and more! Follow...

In episode 6 of Why I Love the Game, we are joined by three baseball fans –– Addison from Sacramento, CJ from Alabama, and AJ from St. Louis –– as they share their story about how they fell in love with the game, a few of their favorite all-time moments and more! Follow Addison on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SFGiantsfan81 Follow CJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/coldjams47 Follow AJ on Instagram...

In episode 161 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Chicago Cubs infielder Miles Mastrobuoni to discuss his baseball upbringing, idolizing Derek Jeter, playing at Yankee Stadium and Wrigley Field, the value of the JUCO route, behind the scenes of getting traded, hitting approach, stealing bases, his first MLB homer, position players pitching, playing all over the field, playing for Team italy and more!...

In episode 160 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Oakland A's broadcaster Johnny Doskow to discuss Shohei Ohtani's new deal, the difficulties with calling a bad team, working with Dallas Braden, adjusting to TV, favorite calls, life in MiLB, Drew Robinson's comeback, Sacramento as an expansion option, young A's talent and more! Special thanks to Brennan (@BayAreaBrennan) for co-hosting...

In episode 159 of RizzoCast, we are joined by MLB Network host Alanna Rizzo! We discuss Shohei Ohtani's free agency, Todd Helton's HOF candidacy, her career in broadcasting, the role of a on-field reporter, being bilingual in journalism, objectivity on-air, thoughts on podcasters and bloggers, women in baseball, her wonderful dog foundation, working with Mad Dog Russo and more! Follow Alan...

In episode 158 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Sacramento River Cats play-by-play broadcaster Zack Bayrouty to discuss his career in baseball, bonding with a minor league fan base, calling basketball vs baseball, play-by-play style, the art of storytelling, making his MLB debut, learning from mistakes, San Francisco Giants prospects and more! Follow Zack on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZackBayrouty...

In episode 157 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Richmond Flying Squirrels broadcaster Trey Wilson about the differences in calling basketball, journey fro K-Mart to the broadcast booth, gameday routine, announcing advice, bouncing back from mistakes, working with players, young Giants prospects and more! Follow Trey on Twitter: https://twitter.com/treywilson757 Watch and listen to RizzoCast's fu...

In episode 156 of RizzoCast, we are joined by MLB outfielder Luis Gonzalez. We discuss his Mexican roots, being bilingual in a big league clubhouse, almost playing for Team Mexico in the WBC, getting a chance with the San Francisco Giants, his approach offensively, celebrating after his first MLB homer, playing Fortnite, pitching in an MLB game, the search of finding a new team, battling through i...

In episode 155 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former MLB infielder Daniel Descalso! We discuss the magical 2023 Arizona Diamondbacks season, falling short in the World Series, if the D-Backs were ahead of schedule, Torey Lovullo's influence, Corbin Carroll's ROY season, his career in the big leagues, major playoff moments in St. Louis, the 2011 World Series, working in baseball operations...

In episode 154 of RizzoCast we are joined by San Francisco Chronicle national baseball writer John Shea! We discuss Bruce Bochy winning his fourth ring, Dusty Baker's retirement, Bob Melvin's hiring in San Francisco, the Giants outlook in 2024, behind-the-scenes of working on his Willie Mays book, covering baseball for a living, advice to young journalists, and more! Follow John: https://t...

In episode 153 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Tampa Bay Rays 2023 19th round pick RHP Owen Stevenson. We discuss growing up in San Francisco, his favorite spots in the city, developing during a pandemic, pitching in the Cape Cod League, his time at the University of San Francisco and Arizona State, gaining the attention of pro teams, getting drafted by the Rays, traveling to the Dominican Republic...

In episode 152 of RizzoCast, we are joined by MLB agent Tucker Ward to discuss his playing career, growing up with a big league dad, the MLB Postseason, Arizona Fall League visits, the transition from player to agent, advising collegiate and professional players, the day-to-day operations, building a clientele, representing Bryce Eldridge and more! Follow Tucker on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tuc...

In episode 151 of RizzoCast, we are joined by CBS Sports social media manager Danny Vietti! We discuss players being honored during the final game of the regular season, preview the MLB Postseason, the different paths for the Texas Rangers and Baltimore Orioles, the unstoppability of the Atlanta Braves, possible weaknesses for the Los Angeles Dodgers, his career in baseball –– playing and media, a...

In episode 150 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Point Loma Nazarene University right-hander Michael Sarhatt! We discuss his new school, goals for the upcoming season, how he started loving the game, status as a JUCO bandit, playing for summer teams in Duluth and Anchorage, attempt at becoming a two-way player, favorite ways to attack hitters and more! Follow Michael on Twitter: https://twitter.com/M...

In episode 149 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former San Francisco Giants general manager Bobby Evans to discuss his journey to the big leagues, developing young players, three championships in five years, Bruce Bochy stories, acquiring good people, his tenure as GM, how things ended, what he's up to now and more! Watch and listen to RizzoCast's full episodes: https://linktr.ee/RizzoCast F...

In episode 148 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former San Francisco Giants left-handed pitcher Caleb Baragar! We discuss his recent release from the Cleveland Guardians organization, fixing mechanical issues, working at Driveline in Arizona, pitching philosophy, choosing JUCO, a possible issue with robo umps, playing for the Giants, debuting during a pandemic, starting vs relieving and more! Follow...

In episode 147 of RizzoCast, Steven Rissotto is joined by longtime Bay Area sports talk host Rod Brooks! They discuss the MLB Trade Deadline, moves the Giants can make, the impressive contributions from their young players, if Shohei Ohtani should've been traded, Rod's epic Astrodome story, career in broadcasting, if radio hosts should be fans, sports media trends, his favorite interview a...

In episode 146 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former San Francisco Giants outfielder Alex Dickerson! We discuss playing in the Independent League with the Long Island Ducks, a desire to return to MLB, reinventing himself, playing for Wally Backman, battling through injuries, getting denied during Player's Weekend, the magical 2021 Giants season, thoughts on platoons, cheesestakes and more! Wat...

In episode 145 of RizzoCast, we are joined by 2023 San Francisco Giants fifth-round pick Quinn McDaniel to discuss getting selected in the MLB draft, joining the Giants organization, playing in front of MLB scouts, his time at the University of Maine, offensive approach, playing second base, stealing bases, leaving food in his college locker room and more! Follow Quinn on Twitter: https://twitter....

In episode 144 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former MLB infielder Grant Green. We discuss his illustrious college career at USC, the pressure of being a first round pick, playing with Mike Trout and Albert Pujols, entering into the financial world after baseball, his desire to help advise athletes, owning David Price, playing in his hometown and more. Watch and listen to RizzoCast's full epis...

In episode 143 of RizzoCast, we are joined by Saint Louis University right-hander Owen Chaffin! We discuss the 2023 season for the Billikens, balancing academics, taking the JUCO route, preparation between and on start days, his mindset on the mound, bat flips and fist pumps, a preview for SLU baseball in 2024 and more! Follow Owen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Odchaffin Watch and listen to Rizz...

In episode 142 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former MLB infielder Casey McGehee to discuss his first season as head coach at Union University, building a college program, teaching life lessons, how he fell in love with the game, offensive approach, playing on good Brewers teams, his stint in Japan, struggles with the Giants and more! Watch and listen to RizzoCast's full episodes: https://link...

In episode 141 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former New York Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff to discuss his career covering the Mets and Yankees, the hardships of writing on a beat, accumulating sources, future of sportswriting, covering Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter, asking Gerrit Cole about spider tack, what he misses about writing full-time, teaching a sports media college course and mor...

In episode 140 of RizzoCast, we are joined by San Francisco Giants in-game ballpark host Anthony Garcia to discuss his new gig with the club, culture around Oracle Park, connecting with fans, bringing energy, ballpark proposals, Barry Bonds' HOF case, hosting Summer Sunday, crop of Giants young players and more! Follow Anthony at on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SportsAnthony Watch and listen t...

In Episode 139 of RizzoCast, we are joined by former Philadelphia Phillies All-Star shortstop and coach Larry Bowa to discuss his 16-year big league career, failing to make high school teams, winning gold gloves, the evolution of the shortstop position, Bryce Harper, the toughest pitcher he's faced, transitioning to coaching, working in TV and more! Watch and listen to RizzoCast's full epi...