The Grossmont High grad is back in San Diego, and discusses how he's been passing the time - from workouts, to beach time, Game of Thrones and doing his part to help others out. Derek and Darnay ask him about the Pirates pipeline from San Diego, and the experience of pitching in his hometown ballpark. What has he learned through his first four seasons in the bigs? Plus, Joe weighs in on the ongoing negotiations between owners and players, his desire to get back on the field, and whether proposed safety measures are realistic once games begin.

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