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Walter Icabalceta from KNBR 680 in San Francisco presents, Passion for the Pastime, a baseball podcast for all seamheads alike. As heard on KNBR Weekends during San Francisco Giants season on “Giants Warm Up” as part of the pre-game coverage for the Giants, but also coming off of a season long podcast of “Rounding Third & King” on the KNBR Podcast Network. Walter not only brings the love and passion for the San Francisco Giants, but baseball content from all around the league. Also featuring interviews from beat reporters, broadcasters & current and former ballplayers, Passion for the Pastime

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Passion for the Pastime | 3/6/25 | Can Justin Verlander be the missing Co-Ace for #SFGiants

2025/03/07

Justin Verlander has another solid outing this Spring, but is that a sign of more things to come? Also, who can potentially be this years break out star for the #SFGiants?

Passion for the Pastime | 3/5/25 | Kyle Harrison roughed up, Rotation questions for #SFGiants

2025/03/06

Kyle Harrison was roughed up in his latest outing for the #SFGiants , what does it mean for the rotation moving forward? We talk with Erik Engle of LOCKED ON NETWORK on the latest storylines around the Orange & Black.

Passion for the Pastime | 2/3/25 | Buster Posey & Friends ti the Rescue for #SFGiants

2025/02/04

With the third leg of fan fest concluded, Buster Posey made an appearance and let everyone i. On his plan as the #SFGiants start to open up camp in a few weeks and yes, you guests it, he's bringing his buddies along. An allstar cast of Posey's teammates will be in attendance as it signals a changing of the guard and getting back to baseball guys making an impact. In addition, the PECOTA projections are out, where do the Giants fall? And Finally, I have an ITCH to MAKE A DEAL, as inspired by recent events in sports and a listener offering me something I can not refuse!

Passion for the Pastime | 1/29/25 | #SFGiants trade Taylor Rogers to #Reds

2025/01/30

The Giants made a move today in sending their Leftie Taylor Rogers to the Reds. How does this effect the roster construction heading into Spring Training? Are their more moves to come?

Passion for the Pastime | 1/28/25 | #SFGiants roster good enough to compete in 2025?

2025/01/29

The days are counting down until Pitchers and Catchers report to camp on February 12th. Unless there is a big splash in Free Agency, unlikely, or a trade during the Spring, it's possible, this looks to be the #Giants roster heading into 2025. Are they good enough to compete in 2025? Should Giants not use Dodgers as a measuring stick? We will discuss!

Passion for the Pastime| 1/21/25 | Three players make '25 #HallofFame, How is Ichiro not unanimous?

2025/01/22

The 2025 Inductees were announced and the 3 of the class are Ichiro, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner. The Hall still only has 1 unanimous Inductee as Ichiro, like Jeter was just 1 vote shy if that honor. Is the voting process flawed? And as we get further away from the greatness and into the analytical era of baseball, will the goal posts move? We will also be joined by KNBR's Jack Loder to discuss the Hall of Fame, plus Giants talk as we Inch closer to the start of Spring Training.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/20/25 | Roki Sasaki, Tanner Scott to #Dodgers good for baseball?

2025/01/21

The rich get richers as the Dodgers land top international prospects, 23 year old phenom from Japan, Roki Sasaki. But they dint stop there, as they continue to add piece to their already Stacked roster, the latest being Tanner Scott forming the next super team, setting up a strong possibility of a back-to-ack champion for the first time in 25 years. Plus, talk Hall of Fame ballots & BLUE JAYS finally landing a bat in Anthony Santanader.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/15/25 | #SFGiants sign top International Prospect, Plus Carlos Ramirez joins the show to discuss the Giants Offseason

2025/01/16

The #SFGiants may not have gotten Roki Sasaki, but they signed the next best player in Josuar De Jesus Gonzalez, who many scouts have stated that he is the best player in the 2025 class. Is this a signal of change for the Giants, and what is our confidence level in the new regime. We will also discuss with NBC Sports Bay Area host, Carlos Ramirez and break down Buster Posey's first offseason.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/14/25 | Grading the #SFGiants offseason

2025/01/16

Willie Adames & Justin Verlander remain the two big signings for the Giants this offseason. Assuming they are finished, how would you grade Buster Posey's first offseason in his new role. PLUS, the latest on Roki Sasaki as the International signing pool is less that 24 hours away from opening.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/13/25 | Justin (Not Kate) Verlander joins #SFGiants - UPDATE for Sasaki

2025/01/14

Welcome back to Passion for the Pastime as we turn to a new week, Hall of Famer Justin Verlander officially introduced as a member of the #SFGiants, whats number will he wear and can he get to 300 wins? PLUS, we now know the finalist in the Roki Sasaki Sweepstakes, what each team can bring the 23 year old superstar and more. We will discuss on this playoff Monday!

Passion for the Pastime | 1/8/25 | Verlander to SF, what is next for the #SFGiants with Jeff Young

2025/01/09

Justin Verlander is a member of the Giants, what is next to come? Are their still moves to be had for the Giants or if this is it for the Giants, is it enough to compete in the West?

Passion for the Pastime | 1/7/25 | BREAKING: Justin Verlander signs 1 Yr Deal with #SFGiants

2025/01/08

Reunited and it feels so good! Friend of the program John Lund, host of John Lund Unleashed podcast, stops by the show to talk Giants baseball and discuss the Giants offseason and their moves, or lack thereof, so far. Plus discussion of remaining free agents that need to be had.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/6/25 | Free Agent Predictions for #SFGiants - Are they done?

2025/01/07

Still no moment for the #SFGiants in Free Agency, or for anyone for that matter. Is it a game of chicken between players & ball clubs? More f the latest Rumors and news around MLB and if any there are any signs of life for the #SFGiants to make a much needed move.

Passion for the Pastime | 1/3/25 | The Rich get Richer

2025/01/04

With the the recent acquisition of Hye-Seong Kim to the Dodgers, they continue to add depth pieces to build a roster to defend their World Series title. Are they in a tier of their own and who is the biggest threat to the Dodgers hopes in a repeat?

Passion for the Pastime | 1/2/25 | New Year, Same #SFGiants?

2025/01/02

The calendar turns to 2025 but with not much remaining in the Free Agent Market for the #SFGiants, were do they turn. Outside of the Will Adames signing, not much else has happend to improve the roster. Has the front office dropped the ball? Or is all saved if Pete Alonso or Roki Sasaki join the Orange & Black in 2025? Lets discuss PLUS the latest on Alonso & Sasaki markets

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Opticsmouth 2021/03/24

Good show

Wally runs a good, organized show. Good stuff for baseball fans.

★★★★★

Nicoya40 2021/03/09

Excited for Baseball to come back

Love your Podcast you really know your stuff and I really enjoy listening.

★★★★★

JMar1618 2021/03/09

The future is bright

Really good listen. He really knows his stuff and makes me excited for the new season!! Definitely going to be a dedicated listener.

★★★★★

hannahleigh1013 2020/03/06

Amazing, funny and informative

Such a good listen with all the up to date sports news for baseball and football. Uploads often and always gives me a good laugh. Highly recommend 👍�...

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