555. Jim Thome
554. Aaron Rowand
Center fielder Aaron Rowand played for both the Philadelphia Phillies and the San Francisco Giants! Therefore, my 554th video features Aaron Rowand, which was filmed by Adam Carter.
553. Eric Davis
Left fielder Eric Davis greatly helped the Cincinnati Reds win the 1990 World Series. Also, in the final season of his marvelous MLB career, he played for the 2001 San Francisco Giants! Therefore, my 553rd video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
552. Jake Peavy
Right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy helped the San Francisco Giants win the 2014 World Series! Therefore, my 552nd video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
551. Kenny Lofton
Center fielder Kenny Lofton played for both the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies! So, my 551st video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
550. Steve Kerr
Head coach Steve Kerr led the Golden State Warriors to four NBA championships, in 2014-15, 2016-17, 2017-18, and 2021-22. In the four major North American pro sports leagues, Kerr’s four championship rings remain the most for a San Francisco Bay Area head coach! So, my 550th video features him.
549. Gwen Stefani, Sarah McLachlan, and Cher
Gwen Stefani, Sarah McLachlan, and Cher are marvelous musicians! Therefore, my 549th video features them.
548. Blue Öyster Cult
Four superb songs that Blue Öyster Cult produced are “Burnin’ for You,” “Godzilla,” “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” and “Flaming Telepaths.” So, my 548th video features the band performing these terrific tunes!
547. Gabe Kapler and Farhan Zaidi
Under the leadership of Manager Gabe Kapler and President of Baseball Operations Farhan Zaidi, the 2021 San Francisco Giants set a franchise single-season record with their 107 wins! Thanks to Sarah Parker for filming my questions to them, which appear in my 547th video.
546. Hunter Pence and Buster Posey
In the 2012 and 2014 postseasons, right fielder Hunter Pence and catcher Buster Posey greatly helped the San Francisco Giants win eight consecutive elimination games! So, my 546th video features them. Thanks to George Pasquel for filming my question to Pence and Posey.
545. Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed
Actor Carl Weathers starred as boxer Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky movies! Unfortunately, he just passed away. Recently, I had the honor of meeting the legendary Carl Weathers and asking him a question. Thanks to Mikyo Riggs for filming my question to Carl Weathers, which appears in my 545th video.
544. Jackie Greene
Sacramento singer-songwriter-guitarist Jackie Greene is a marvelous musician! Two of his terrific tunes are “I’m So Gone” and “Don’t Let the Devil Take Your Mind.” Also, he has performed the national anthem at some San Francisco Giants’ home games. Therefore, my 544th video features him.
543. Big Head Todd and the Monsters
Big Head Todd and the Monsters, a Boulder band, has produced many superb songs, such as “Resignation Superman,” “Broken Hearted Savior,” and “Bittersweet.” So, my 543rd video features two performances by the band!
542. Matt Chapman, Matt Olson, and Marcus Semien
From 2017 through 2020, third baseman Matt Chapman, first baseman Matt Olson, and shortstop Marcus Semien played for the Oakland Athletics! Therefore, my 542nd video features them. Thanks to Rich Goldman for filming my question to them.
541. Dennis Eckersley, Rollie Fingers, Ray Fosse, Ken Korach, and Bip Roberts
Pitchers Dennis Eckersley and Rollie Fingers, catcher Ray Fosse, and second baseman/outfielder Bip Roberts played for the Oakland Athletics, and Ken Korach is an A’s broadcaster! So, my 541st video features them. Thanks to Jim Lyons for filming my question to them.
540. Bob Melvin
Bob Melvin attended the University of California, Berkeley, and he was a catcher for the San Francisco Giants from 1986 through 1988. Also, Bob set an Oakland Athletics record for a manager with his 853 wins! Currently, Melvin is the manager of the San Francisco Giants. So, my 540th video features him. Thanks to Robyn Hegarty for filming my questions to Bob Melvin.
539. Billy Beane
Not only was Billy Beane an excellent GM for the Oakland Athletics, but also he was an outfielder/infielder/catcher for the 1989 Oakland A’s, who won the 1989 World Series! So, my 539th video features him. Thanks to Robyn Hegarty for filming my question to Billy Beane.
538. The Oakland Raiders’ Final Home Game
On December 15, 2019, the Oakland Raiders played their final home game at the Coliseum. So, my 538th video features some memorable moments of the day.
537. Dan Bern’s Doubleheader
Singer-songwriter-guitarist Dan Bern produced an awesome album of baseball songs titled Doubleheader. So, my 537th video features him. Thanks to Jim Quinn for filming my questions to Dan Bern!
536. Chris Mullin
In 13 of his 16 NBA seasons from 1985-1986 through 2000-2001, guard/forward Chris Mullin played for the Golden State Warriors! On April 4, 2011, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Therefore, my 536th video features him. Thanks to Scott Giorgianni for filming my question to Chris Mullin.