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Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Giants Writer Grant Brisbee to talk about the Giants playing better baseball lately. The guys talk about all the Giants walk-off wins they have had recently in this current spell of good baseball. They talk about why the bullpen has struggled and the starting rotation has been pretty impressive. They talk about what big star the Giants should go after and how they need to bring back Carlos Rodon. And they talk about how good of a pick up JD Davis has been so far for the Giants. This is the last episode of The Update and we'd like to thank everyone for listening to the show. We'd like to thank all the Kate Scott for starting off The Update and handing it to Adam. And we'd like to thank all the great guests that have joined us over the years. See you guys soon... -You can follow Adam on Twitter @Adamcopes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic 49ers Writer Matt Barrows to talk about what he saw in the 49ers win vs GB. The quick preseason is 1 game in and Matt talks about some of the biggest positives & negatives that he saw in the win vs the Packers and how some injuries have already popped up in the Niners secondary. -You can check out all of Matt's great 49ers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/matt-barrows/ -You can hear Matt on The Athletic 49ers Podcast "Here's The Catch" by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/18-heres-the-catch/ or wherever you get your podcasts. -You can follow Matt on Twitter @mattbarrows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Azcardinals.com Writer Darren Urban to preview the 2022 Arizona Cardinals. Kyler Murray has a new extension and the pressure is on him to get Arizona back to the playoffs. Darren talks about how Kyler has some things to work on and having the offense come together and be healthy is a huge key. He talks about how there are some concerns on defense with the secondary and pass rush. And he talks about what is the plan in the backfield with some of their different weapons they have. -You can check out all of Darren’s great Cardinals coverage by visiting: https://www.azcardinals.com/ -You can follow him on Twitter @Cardschatter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by KNBR 49ers Pre & Postgame Show Radio Host John Lund to talk about how the 49ers look heading into their 1st preseason game. John talks about how Trey Lance has looked so far in camp and if there is any concern with the "numbers" he has put up. They break down the 49ers backfield and how they are very different then last season. John talks about how it looks like Brandon Aiyuk is ready to take the next step. And how the o-line is very inexperienced and has a few question marks. -You can hear John on KNBR 680/104.5 with Greg Papa 10a-2p Monday-Friday & you can hear him on pre/postgame of 49ers games. -You can follow John on Twitter @JohnLundRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Padres Writer Dennis Lin to talk about the Pads trading for Juan Soto and if they gave up too much to get him. The Padres were the winners of the Juan Soto Trade Deadline sweepstakes and Dennis talks about what went into the big trade. He talks about if the Padres gave up too much for Soto and what are the chances of signing him to an extension. And he talks about what are the plans for Fernando Tatis Jr when he comes back from his rehab assignment. -You can read all of Dennis Lin's great Padres coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/dennis-lin/ -You can follow him on Twitter @dennistlin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Rams Writer Jourdan Rodrigue to preview the 2022 LA Rams. The Rams look to be the top of the NFC West heading into the season and Jourdan talks about why they might be even better than last year's team. She talks about some of the Rams big offseason additions and a healthy Cam Akers could be a big plus as well. And she talks about issues that Matt Stafford is having with his arm and if it is believed to be a serious thing. -You can check out all of Jourdan's great Rams coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/jourdan-rodrigue/ -You can hear Jourdan & Rich Hammond break down the Rams on the "11 Personal Podcast" on the Athletic Podcast Network by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/65-11-personnel/ -And you can follow Jourdan on Twitter @JourdanRodrigue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Giants Writer Grant Brisbee to talk about the Giants lack of big moves at the Deadline. The Giants made 4 very minor moves at the Deadline with only 1 major league player coming back in return and Grant gives his thoughts on the moves. The Giants offer to the Nats for Soto was declined and Grant talks about if there is concern over the Giants minor league prospects. The guys talk about if the Giants need to change their approach for the offseason in trying to lure a big name free agent. And Grant talks about if fans should be upset that the Giants didn't trade Carlos Rodón. -You can read all the great stuff from Grant by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/grant-brisbee/ -You can listen to Grant & Andrew Baggarly on "Baggs & Brisbee" podcast by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/14-baggs-and-brisbee/ or wherever you get your podcasts -And you can follow Grant on Twitter @GrantBrisbee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic 49ers Writer David Lombardi to talk about Deebo Samuel's new deal & how the team has looked 1 week into camp. Deebo has a brand new 3 year extension and David talks about how the deal finally got done and how rb carries were never an issue for Deebo in the new deal. David gives his thoughts on how the running backs have looked so far in camp. He also talks about the great start to camp from Brandon Aiyuk. And he breaks down how Trey Lance has looked so far vs a very impressive 49ers defense. -You can read all of David's great 49ers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/david-lombardi/ -You can hear him along with Matt Barrows on the 49ers Podcast "Here's The Catch" on the Athletic Podcast Network by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/18-heres-the-catch/ or anywhere you get your podcasts. -And you can follow David on Twitter @LombardiHimself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Seahawks Writer Michael-Shawn Dugar to preview the 2022/23 Seattle Seahawks. A big offseason up in Seattle that saw Russell Wilson being traded and release of star LB Bobby Wagner. Michael talks about the current QB battle between Lock & Geno Smith. He gives his thoughts on what are the strongest and weakest parts of the team. And what the Seahawks need to do this season to get back to the Playoffs. -You can read all of Michael's great Seahawks coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/michael-shawn-dugar/ -You can hear Michael break down the Seahawks every week on the "Seahawks Man 2 Man" Podcast on The Athletic Podcast Network by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/69-man-2-man/ or wherever you get your podcasts -And you can follow Michael on Twitter @MikeDugar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Senior NFL Writer Mike Sando to break down his 2022 QB Tiers. Mike gives his biggest surprise movers up and down in the QB Tiers for this season. Aaron Rodgers is #1 and Mike talks about if Rodgers will have any fall off after losing Adams. And he talks about where Trey Lance went on the list and what people in the league think of going from Jimmy G to the rookie. -You can check out Mike's QB Tiers article by visiting: https://theathletic.com/3443022/2022/07/25/nfl-best-quarterbacks-tiers/ -You can read all of Mike's NFL coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/mike-sando/ -And you can follow him on Twitter @SandoNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic 49ers Writer Matt Barrows to preview the start of 49ers Training Camp. Lots of news to come out of Santa Clara this week and Matt will bring it all to you. It's Trey Lance's time to lead the 49ers and Matt talks about how this has been the team's plan for awhile. He gives us the latest on possible new extensions for Deebo and Bosa. And he talks about the strongest and weakest parts of the team heading into the 1st practices. -You can check out all of Matt's great 49ers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/matt-barrows/ -You can hear Matt on The Athletic 49ers Podcast "Here's The Catch" by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/18-heres-the-catch/ or wherever you get your podcasts. -You can follow Matt on Twitter @mattbarrows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Dodgers writer Fabian Ardaya to talk about how the Dodgers are able to keep spending and trading for superstars every season. Fabian gives his thoughts on the 1st half of the Dodgers season and why it kind of felt underwhelming even though they won so many games. He talks about the chances of the Dodgers trading for Juan Soto and resigning Trea Turner. He breaks down what the Dodgers might need at the Trade Deadline. And Fabian talks about how all the weirdness around Freddie Freeman has kind of died down the past few weeks. -You can read all of Fabian's great Dodgers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/fabian-ardaya/ -And you can follow him on Twitter @FabianArdaya Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Nets Writer Alex Schiffer to talk about the latest Kevin Durant trade rumors & if he could return to the Warriors. Its been a busy offseason for the Nets with all the Kyrie & KD news, so Alex Schiffer is here to tell you all the up to date info on what is going on with both players. And he gives his thoughts on if there is a chance Kevin Durant could return to the Warriors in a big blockbuster deal. -You can read all of Alex's great Nets coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/alex-schiffer/ -You can follow him on Twitter @Alex__Schiffer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by KNBR Giants Weekend Pregame Host Marty Lurie to talk about how the Giants look heading into the All-Star Break. The Giants have been a very streaky team in the 1st half of the season and Marty talks about the biggest problems the Giants had before the break. Marty gives his thoughts on what he thinks Farhan will do at the Trade Deadline and what's their biggest need. And he talks about his favorite All-Star game moments and players. -You can hear Marty before every Giants game on the weekend on KNBR 680/104.5fm -You can follow Marty on Twitter @baseballmarty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by SF Chronicle National Baseball Writer/Author John Shea to talk about how special the MLB All-Star Game still is & his new book with Former A's Owner Steve Schott. John talks about why the All-Star Game is still special to him and what are things that he likes and dislikes about the process of who makes the teams. He talks about how Willie Mays really loved the All-Star Game and wanted to win every game and play every inning. He talks about why he likes the legacy player rule that MLB has came up with, but how this season maybe they made a mistake with how they did it. And he talks about his new book with Former A's Owner Steve Schott and some interesting stories that came from the book. -You can read all of John's great work by visiting: https://www.sfchronicle.com/author/john-shea/ -You can pick up "24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid" & "Long Schott: Building Homes, Dreams & Baseball Teams" wherever you get your books -And you can follow him on Twitter @JohnSheaHey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Sharks Audio Network Host & voice of the SJ Earthquakes Ted Ramey to talk about the Sharks hiring Mike Grier to be their new GM. Mike Grier becomes the 1st African American GM in the NHL and comes from a long line of family in sports management. Ted talks about why Mike Grier is a great choice to be the new GM and what direction he thinks he will take the team. They talk about the legacy of former GM Doug Wilson. And Ted talks about the Sharks coaching search and what kind of guy are they looking for. -You can hear Ted on all over the Sharks Audio Network & KNBR 1050 to hear him on the call of San Jose Earthquakes soccer. -And you can follow Ted on Twitter @TedRameyMedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by The Athletic A's writer Steve Berman to talk about possible A's trade candidates and the latest on the Howard Terminal Stadium site. The A's have a few big names who they could deal at the deadline and Steve gives his thoughts on who might be the most likely to be traded. The A's have a few players who are playing in the Future's Game and Steve talks about how you could see them soon in Oakland. And he gives the latest update on the vote this week for the Howard Terminal Stadium site and what are the odds that the A's stay in Oakland or maybe move to Las Vegas. -You can read all of Steve's great A's coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/steve-berman/ -And you can follow Steve on Twitter @BASportsGuy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by former MLB Pitcher & KNBR Giants Pre/Postgame Host Bill Laskey to talk about what the Giants need to do to turn things around. After getting swept by the White Sox over the weekend, Bill talks about the biggest things that are causing the team to play so poorly. Bill talks about how the coaching staff not having an ex-players is making things hard on the team. And how the Giants leaders in the clubhouse need to step up and have a players only meeting to get things on the right track again. -You can check out Bill every weekend on Pre & Postgame during Giants season on KNBR 680/104.5 fm. -And you can follow Big Bill on Twitter @laskey19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by KNBR/Giants Postgame Host FP Santangelo to talk about why the Giants need to make a big splash deal. FP gives his take on how the Giants are looking so far this season & how they need to play better vs the bad teams. He breaks down why he thinks the Giants need to make a big splash deal, but it might not be for a big bat. He gives his thoughts on Gabe Kapler's line shift moves with the lineup. And he talks about how hard it is to play RF at Oracle Park -You can hear FP weeknights after Giants games on KNBR 680/104.5FM & 6p-10p Monday-Frieay when there is no Giants game. -You can follow him on Twitter @FightinHydrant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Warriors Writer Anthony Slater to break down the W's Draft & their plans for Free Agency. Anthony gives his thoughts on Warriors 1st round pick Patrick Baldwin Jr. The Warriors have a lot of their current players that are going to be Free Agents and Anthony gives his thoughts on who the team might want to bring back. And Slater gives an update on James Wiseman and if the Warriors expect to see him play in some NBA Summer League games. -You can read all of Anthony's great Warriors coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/anthony-slater/ -You can follow him on Twitter @anthonyVslater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic MLB Writer Eno Sarris to talk about some of the big stories in baseball. MLB has decided to set out some new rules on how to muddy the baseballs and Eno gives his thoughts on if this will help or hurt the game. He talks about what he thinks Aaron Judge's value could be. And he talks about Carlos Rodon has done in June to get himself back on track. -You can check out all of Eno's great Baseball & Beer coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/eno-sarris/ -And you can follow Eno on Twitter @enosarris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Bay Area News Group Writer Kerry Crowley to talk about possible moves the Giants could make to improve the team. Giants traded for Willie Calhoun on Thursday and Kerry talks about what he could bring to the team. Kerry gives his thoughts on what the team might do in the OF when Wade returns from injury. Kerry talks about if he expects to see David Villar up with the Giants anytime soon and how he could be used as a piece in a trade at Deadline time. And Kerry talks about the Giants interest in some of the big name players available at the Trade Deadline or in the offseason. -You can read Kerry everyday covering the Giants and Bay Area Sports on the Bay Area News Group sites and newspapers. -You can follow him on Twitter @KO_Crowley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Warriors Pre & Postgame Host on NBC Bay Area Bonta Hill to talk about the W's winning the NBA Title, the parade & their offseason plans. The Warriors won their 4th title in 8 years last week and had a big parade down Market Street and Bonta talks about what it took to win another title and what player was the MVP of the parade. He talks about who is the most important current player that is an upcoming free agent that the W's need to bring back. And he talks about where Steve Kerr fits in the legacy of the great NBA coaches of the past. -You can hear Bonta every morning from 6-9 am on "The Morning Roast" on 95.7 FM The Game. -You can watch Bonta before and after every Warriors game on NBC Bay Area. -And you can follow him on Twitter @BontaHill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Senior Writer Tim Kawakami to talk about the Warriors being 1 win away from another title. W's went up 3-2 in the series with their win on Monday night and Tim talks about how they were able to get the win even thought Steph didn't have a great game. TK gives his thoughts on what has went wrong for the Celtics the last few games and how their lack of depth is big. He talks about great Andrew Wiggins has played the entire playoffs and especially in the Finals. And he describes how crazy the home Boston crowd was for Games 3 & 4 at TD Garden Arena. -You can read all of Tim's great work by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/tim-kawakami/ -You can hear him alongside Marcus Thompson & Anthony Slater on "Warriors Plus-Minus" and "All-82" Warriors podcasts on the Athletic Podcast Network -You can follow him on Twitter @timkawakami Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic 49ers Writer Matt Barrows to talk about 49ers minicamp & how Trey Lance looked. Matt talks about if any players stood out to him at minicamp. Trey Lance looked and acted the part of an NFL starting QB and Matt talks about how he looked much different than last year. They talk about who is going to step up as the new starting center after Alex Mack retired. And Matt discusses what he expects from Brandon Aiyuk this upcoming season. -You can check out all of Matt's great 49ers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/matt-barrows/ -You can hear Matt on The Athletic 49ers Podcast "Here's The Catch" by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/18-heres-the-catch/ or wherever you get your podcasts. -You can follow Matt on Twitter @mattbarrows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Warriors Radio Color Analyst & KNBR Talkshow Host Tom Tolbert to talk about what went from for the W's in Game 3. Mr T breaks down what Boston did different in Game 3 to win the game and how they had other guys step up and contribute. Tom talks about if he thinks Draymond is distracted by his podcast and how Boston is a tough match-up for him. And he gives an update on Steph Curry and how much the team needs him to have a chance to win the title. -You can hear Tommy with Copes 2-6pm on KNBR 680AM /104.5 FM every weekday -You can follow Mr T on Twitter @byronjr23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic NBA Podcast Host Dave DuFour to break down the 1st 2 games of the NBA Finals between the Warriors & Celtics. The Warriors tie up the series with a blowout win in Game 2. Dave talks about how the 3rd quarter in both games has been huge for the Warriors and how Jordan Poole was a big reason the W's opened it up in Game 2 in the 3rd. He gives his thoughts on how the series has gone so far and what he thought of Draymond's play in Game 2. -You can hear Dave all over the Athletic Podcast Network -You can follow him on Twitter @DaveDuFourNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic 49ers Writer David Lombardi to talk about the 49ers OTAs and if anyone jumped out at him. David talks about what he saw at 49ers OTAs and if anyone out on the field impressed him. He talks about who he thinks will fill in for Alex Mack after he retired. He gives his thoughts on the biggest battle he thinks could happen in camp. And he gives his thoughts on the what is going to happen with Jimmy G. -You can read all of David's great 49ers coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/david-lombardi/ -You can hear him along with Matt Barrows & Dennis Brown on the 49ers Podcast "Here's The Catch" on the Athletic Podcast Network by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/18-heres-the-catch/ or anywhere you get your podcasts. -And you can follow David on Twitter @LombardiHimself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Giants Writer Grant Brisbee to talk about how the Giants are looking about a third of the way into the season. It's been an up and down season so far for the Giants and Grant talks about how the pitching and defense are 2 of the biggest rollercoaster parts of the team. He talks about a few guys that have surprised so far this season. And he gives a prediction of how the Giants will do in June. -You can read all the great stuff from Grant by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/grant-brisbee/ -You can listen to Grant & Andrew Baggarly on "Baggs & Brisbee" podcast by visiting: https://theathletic.com/podcast/14-baggs-and-brisbee/ or wherever you get your podcasts -And you can follow Grant on Twitter @GrantBrisbee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Boston Celtics Writer Jared Weiss to preview the NBA Finals match-up between the Celtics & Warriors. Jared gives the Celtics perspective on how they will look on the floor vs the W's and how both teams are built kind of the same way. Jared gives his thoughts on the series and who is the biggest x-factor for the Celtics for them to bring home the Larry O'Brien trophy. -You can read all of Jared's great Celtics coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/jared-weiss/ -You can follow him on Twitter @JaredWeissNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
