

Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast
Alex Pavlovic, Cole Kuiper, NBC Sports Bay Area
NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper bring you comprehensive coverage of the San Francisco Giants. Don’t miss out on in-depth analysis, breaking news coverage and exclusive interviews with Giants players, coaches and front-office personnel. Giants Talk has new episodes year-round, so subscribe now for all your San Francisco Giants needs.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 40min
Reliving chaotic 2025 MLB season after another disappointing finish
"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic bring you the highs and lows from their season review from San Francisco's 2025 MLB season--(4:15) - Quick overall impressions of 2025 season(4:49) - Best on field moment(8:00) - Most shocking moment(10:10) - Most improved area(13:50) - San Francisco's biggest needs(16:39) - Best MLB park food(21:09) - Most underrated Giants(24:38) - Biggest "What if?"(28:29) - Biggest mistake of 2025(21:33) - Best Giants decision(33:35) - Team MVP(36:12) - Grading Buster Posey's first season(39:52) - Bold predictions for 2026 season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 18, 2025 • 45min
Why Giants' recent Houser, Foley additions could be 'savvy' moves
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco's acquisitions of Adrian Houser and Jason Foley. Plus, Giants icon and longtime manager Bruce Bochy joins the show from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando for an exclusive interview.--(1:14) - Giants finally add pitching depth with Adrian Houser and Jason Foley(8:08) - Taking a closer look at Jason Foley(12:50) - Who closes the 9th inning for the Giants if the season started today?(19:01) - Fan mailbag questions(37:56) - Bruce Bochy interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15, 2025 • 53min
Giants set sights on Brendan Donovan as free-agent market dwindles
"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic analyze San Francisco's latest offseason moves and share updates elsewhere around the MLB. Plus, manager Tony Vitello joins the show from the Winter Meetings in Orlando.--(1:20) - Updates on former Giants(7:33) - Mike Yastrzemski signs with Atlanta Braves(10:39) - Giants trade rumors (Brendan Donovan, Ketel Marte)(16:20) - What a Brendan Donovan trade could look like for Giants(23:40) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 11, 2025 • 43min
Why Giants’ draft lottery result can ‘change trajectory’ of franchise
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the results from the MLB draft lottery and discuss San Francisco’s success with international prospects. Plus, president of baseball operations Buster Posey joins Alex Pavlovic from the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando.--(4:00) - Draft lottery reactions - Giants land 4th pick in MLB Draft(9:50) - Joe Buck wins Ford Frick award(14:00) - Giants trade for Daniel Susac(17:00) - Moves around the MLB(22:58) - Front office and coaching staff updates(25:00) - Fan mailbag questions(27:39) - Interview with Buster Posey Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 9, 2025 • 40min
Why Jeff Kent felt an 'overwhelming shock' after Hall of Fame induction
"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer the latest on the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando. Plus, Alex sits down with Giants general manager Zack Minasian and San Francisco's newest Hall of Famer, Jeff Kent.--(1:28) - First impressions of MLB winter meetings(4:28) - Marco Luciano claimed by Pirates(9:30) - Is Bryce Eldridge a trade asset for Giants?(13:25) - Giants trade rumors(23:14) - Zack Minasian interview(33:17) - Jeff Kent interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 8, 2025 • 29min
Emergency Podcast: Legendary Giants second baseman Jeff Kent voted into Hall of Fame
"Giants Talk" hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic are joined by Rich Aurilia and share their reaction to Jeff Kent being voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.--(4:06) - First reactions on Jeff Kent's induction(10:53) - Will 21 be retired at Oracle Park?(11:31) - How Jeff Kent was unique(16:50) - Looking back on the 2000 MVP race(21:22) - Barry Bonds not elected into Hall of Fame(27:30) - Looking ahead to next year's Hall of Fame class Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 1, 2025 • 47min
Why Giants are cautious to hand out large contracts this offseason
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer updates on Tatsuya Imai and on San Francisco’s latest free-agent signings. Plus, a look at major deals around MLB so far.--(2:57) - Giants sign reliever Sam Hentges to one year deal(8:31) - The latest on Tatsuya Imai(18:47) - Looking back on large Giants contracts(22:00) - A look at major deals around the MLB(30:53) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 2025 • 50min
How Joey Wiemer can help shape Giants outfield
The hosts dive into the Giants' arbitration process, discussing surprising roster moves. They break down the trade for Joey Wiemer and how his exceptional defense could reshape the outfield. The conversation shifts to platooning strategies and roster implications, highlighting the need for an improved outfield. They also touch on player futures, including Elliot Ramos, and explore broader MLB transactions and trends. Listener questions offer intriguing insights, including the possibility of Hunter Pence transitioning to coaching.

Nov 20, 2025 • 52min
Giants set to hire Justin Meccage, Frank Anderson as coaching staff takes shape
The hosts dive into the Giants' recent coaching shake-up with the hiring of Justin Meccage as pitching coach. They discuss the implications of the Rule 5 Draft and analyze the team's strategy regarding player protections. Reactions to the Hall of Fame ballot, including Hunter Pence and Buster Posey, spark lively debate. Recent MLB news around Tatis and the Padres’ ownership is also on the table. The episode wraps up with fun mailbag questions, touching on everything from offseason gear to bold predictions for player development.

Nov 17, 2025 • 51min
Why Zack Minasian believes Giants are 'a great opportunity' for international free agents
Hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer the latest on the Giants' offseason moves and share their personal wish list for San Francisco. Plus, Alex sits down with Giants general manager Zack Minasian.--(4:00) - Cole and Alex's free agent wishlist(26:35) - Giants sign Hunter Mense as hitting coach(28:38) - Mark Hallberg leaves SF for Minnesota Twins(32:00) - Logan Webb finishes fourth in Cy Young voting(35:00) - Fan mailbag questions(41:22) - Zack Minasian interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


