Manager Gabe Kapler joins Alex Pavlovic and Laura Britt on this episode of Giants Talk to discuss how opponents have started adjusting to rookies Casey Schmitt and Patrick Bailey. Kapler also touches on the recent effectiveness of the Giants' bullpen as well as the growth he's seen from closer Camilo Doval this season. Plus, Alex chats with Cole Kuiper about Brandon Crawford finally getting to pitch vs. the Cubs and when fans can expect to see scorching hot prospect Luis Matos get the call-up from Sacramento.
(01:12) Brandon Crawford lives out his dream of pitching in the big leagues
(08:18) Breaking down the good and bad from last series vs. Chicago Cubs
(21:00) When will red-hot prospect Luis Matos force the Giants' hand and get called up?
(30:44) Gabe Kapler discusses Giants' lineup getting healthy and LaMonte Wade Jr.'s strong play
(33:43) Kapler on success of rookies Casey Schmitt, Patrick Bailey, and Ryan Walker
(36:28) Kapler on how the bullpen turned things around after shaky start and Camilo Doval's growth
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