NBC Sports Bay Area's Laura Britt LOVES the new ABS strike system in MLB in 1st week of season

In this episode of the KNBR Podcast, host Laura Britt of NBC Sports Bay Area joins the show to discuss the Giants' first win of the 2026 season and the team's early-season struggles. Britt expresses relief at the win, emphasizing the importance of shifting the narrative from a winless streak to a positive momentum. She praises the team's defense and the new lineup adjustments, particularly Willie Adamas' leadoff success, while urging patience with the offense, noting the challenges of a new ballpark, new manager, and recent roster changes. The conversation shifts to the new Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system, which Britt enthusiastically endorses, calling it 'obsessed' with it. She highlights how ABS enhances fan engagement, holds umpires accountable, and adds excitement—especially through catchers' high success rate in overturning calls. She also reflects on the Netflix opening night broadcast, offering a balanced take: while acknowledging its flaws and sterile feel compared to traditional broadcasts, she appreciates Netflix's effort to innovate and calls for grace in the face of new experimentation. The episode closes with a reminder about civic engagement in Redwood City and a sponsor plug for Chevrolet trucks.