Bob Melvin, Jake Peavy discuss where Giants can improve at MLB Winter Meetings
Dec 5, 2023
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Giants manager Bob Melvin and former Giant Jake Peavy discuss where the team needs to improve this offseason, the addition of Matt Williams to the coaching staff, and Logan Webb's importance. They also touch on player-manager interactions and the challenges and rewards of the media industry.
The Giants are interested in signing Shohei Otani and are reportedly one of the teams in the race for his free agency.
The Giants aim to improve their roster by addressing their needs in defense, athleticism, rotation, and bringing star power back to the team.
Deep dives
Otani's Free Agency and Team Meetings
The podcast discusses the status of Shohei Otani's free agency and mentions that the Giants are reportedly one of the teams interested in signing him. The Dodgers have also met with Otani and expressed positivity about their meeting. Other teams still in the race for Otani are the Angels, Blue Jays, and Cubs. However, Cubs manager Craig Council has confirmed that he has not met with Otani. The Giants front office declined to comment on whether they had a meeting with Otani.
Coaching Staff and Hitting Group
The podcast highlights the Giants' recently completed coaching staff, with particular emphasis on the addition of Pat Burrell and Matt Williams as hitting coaches. The hiring of multiple hitting coaches is seen as important due to the emphasis on technology and the need for different perspectives. The podcast also mentions that the Giants' lineup struggled last season and that adding Pat Burrell could help improve offensive performance. The team believes that their existing players, such as Crawford, Channuwirth, and Strammer, can also contribute to improving offensive numbers.
Offseason Plans and Team Needs
In this segment, the podcast discusses the Giants' plans for the offseason, mentioning their desire to be involved in free agency and make roster improvements. The team aims to address their needs in defense, athleticism, and rotation. The podcast emphasizes the importance of bringing star power and brand recognition back to the Giants, which could attract more fans and enhance the team's overall performance. The podcast also highlights the strength of the Giants' young pitching staff, specifically mentioning Logan Webb's leadership and the potential impact of adding another quality starter.
Laura Britt is joined by the Giants manager Bob Melvin to break down the addition of Matt Williams to his coaching staff, where the team needs to improve this offseason and getting to know the players on the roster. Plus, former Giant and current MLB Network analyst Jake Peavy stops by to discuss Logan Webb's importance and how San Francisco can improve its roster.
(1:35) Ohtani watch still ongoing
(4:25) Melvin on his coaching staff
(7:16) Melvin details where the Giants need to improve
(10:40) Melvin on building relationships with his players
(14:36) Peavy details the impact of Webb
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