Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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.

Laura Britt is joined by Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi to break down the team's philosophy going into the MLB Winter Meetings, potential trades and the players he sees the team building around. Then, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi stops by to discuss what he sees as the Giants' biggest needs this offseason and the instant impact that new manager Bob Melvin will have on the team's free-agent pursuits.(1:35) Farhan on the Giants’ free agency philosophy(5:36) Farhan on the possibility of Giants making trades(9:40) Morosi on the Giants' Melvin hire and its overall impact(13:36) Morosi on potential Giants moves this offseason

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down what they want to see from the Giants next week during the MLB Winter Meetings, the recent moves in free agency and why some players are taking free agency slower than others. Plus, what is it like behind the scenes at the Winter Meetings?(3:05) Evaluating the free agency landscape (9:40) Yamamoto reportedly taking time for free-agency decision (15:36) Correa, Albernaz head to Cleveland (24:36) Wish list for the Winter Meetings

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down which positions on the roster need to be strengthened, the possible free agents that could fill those voids and how Bob Melvin’s history could play a role. Plus, Cole and Laura share what they are thankful for in the world of Giants baseball.(2:05) Slater, Yastrzemski agree to new deals with Giants(9:40) Which Giants are arbitration eligible?(12:36) What are positions of need for San Francisco?(20:36) Potential free-agent outfield targets(30:10) Webb finishes second in Cy Young voting

Cole Kuiper and Laura Britt break down Shohei Ohtani’s free agency and if the star has any interest in joining the Giants, Bob Melvin’s coaching staff announcement and some potential big names San Francisco could try and trade for.(3:05) Giants announce new coaching staff(9:40) What impact will Burrell have as hitting coach?(16:36) Albernaz set to join Guardians' staff(24:36) Does Ohtani have interest in the Giants?(30:10) Could the Giants trade for Trout, other big-name?

Bob Melvin, new Giants manager, discusses the Giants' priorities in free agency, potential coaching staff, and belief in the youth on the roster. He emphasizes the importance of having superstars and the benefit of the Giants' youth movement.

Bob Melvin, the new manager of the Giants, is a perfect fit for the team. The podcast discusses his potential impact, his understanding of the organization, and his love for San Francisco. They also touch on Farhan Zaidi's contract extension and the potential coaching staff under Melvin.

Carlos Ramirez and Shawn Estes react to the breaking news surrounding Bob Melvin and the Giants, what Melvin will bring to the organization and the importance of the reported hire's timing. Plus, the guys look at how Melvin’s managerial style will differ from Gabe Kapler and break down some potential players San Francisco should target this offseason.(1:05) Melvin reportedly accepts job as Giants manager(6:40) What is the value of a manager being a former catcher?(14:36) Will Melvin have an impact on free agency?(19:50) How will Melvin’s managerial style differ from Kapler?(25:50) What will Melvin’s staff look like?(32:22) Potential trade targets

Manager Bob Melvin is discussed as a potential option for the Giants. They explore his connections to the Bay Area and his old-school approach. They also touch on MLB playoff updates and the intense rivalry between teams. Additionally, they discuss Gabe Capler's interview with the Red Sox and evaluate Luis Motto's playing time and future with the Giants.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how Giants’ fans should feel about the postseason success of Bruce Bochy and Bryce Harper, why missing out on Harper is the free-agent miss that hurts the most and the latest in the team's search for a new manager.(1:05) Bochy leads Rangers to ALCS(8:40) How would Giants be if Bochy stayed in SF?(14:36) Should the Giants worry about the Dodgers next season?(23:50) Revisiting the Giants-Harper free-agency talks(27:50) Nakken, Correa interview for Giants' manager position(34:22) Slater set for offseason surgery