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Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Jul 3, 2023 • 49min

Doval selected as Giants’ sole All-Star; analyzing Bailey-Posey comparisons

On the latest "Giants Talk" podcast, Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Camilo Doval being the only Giant officially selected to the 2023 MLB All-Star game as well as the comparisons being tossed around between Patrick Bailey and Buster Posey. Then the two hosts recap the Mets series while looking ahead to the series against the Mariners.(0:54) Doval named Giants sole All-Star(16:03) Recapping the Mets series(22:40) Looking at the comparisons between Bailey and Posey(31:28) Bart's future with the Giants(39:44) Mariners preview
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Jun 29, 2023 • 39min

Belt ‘happy’ in Toronto; making sense of Schmitt’s lack of playing time

On the latest "Giants Talk" podcast, Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the first half of the Giants-Blue Jays series while looking into how Brandon Belt and Kevin Gausman are doing in Toronto. Then the two hosts discuss Taylor Rogers success on the mound while also looking into Casey Schmitt's lack of playing time. They finally wrap up by previewing San Francisco's upcoming series against the New York Mets.(1:08) Looking at the halfway point of the Giants-Blue Jays series(2:27) Gausman had a ‘revenge game’ against Giants(14:02) Belt having 'fun' in Toronto(19:00) Tyler Rogers “baffled” Blue Jays players on Tuesday(27:48) Schmitt’s lack of playing time as of late(30:04) Alex Cobb coming back to the rotation(31:29) Previewing Giants-Mets series
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Jun 26, 2023 • 41min

Giants proving ‘they’re for real’ after conquering NL West gauntlet

On the latest "Giants Talk" podcast, Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down San Francisco conquering the NL West gauntlet, and how Farhan Zaidi's offseason strategy is paying off at the right time. Alex and Cole also discuss Logan Webb's chances to make the All-Star team, what Casey Schmitt needs to do to get back in the lineup, and what to expect against the Toronto Blue Jays.(2:30) Giants show they're "for real" with recent play vs. NL West teams(7:30) Logan Webb making strong case for being on the All-Star team(12:00) What to make of umpires performances and Giants twitter(21:00) What Casey Schmitt needs to do to get back into Giants' lineup(26:20) Giants' roster moves: Yaz, Jackson to IL; Stripling's back(30:00) Previewing the matchup with the Blue Jays, and discussing former-Giants Kevin Gausman and Brandon Belt
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Jun 23, 2023 • 52min

How Giants’ recent play and youth movement influences their trade deadline approach and beyond

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the recent success for the Giants, including their 10-game win streak, what position they should target at the trade deadline and how the youth movement will influence this winter's free agency.(1:45) Giants take three of four from Padres(7:51) What has been the moment of the season thus far?(18:07) Does the Giants pitching woes impact Kyle Harrison?(28:37) Injury bug again hits Giants(34:21) How will Giants youth movement impact free agency?(40:14) Positions to target at the trade deadline
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Jun 19, 2023 • 48min

Kuip on Giants sweeping Dodgers, Matos’ impressive start

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper on his birthday to break down the Giants' impressive road trip, the recent youth movement on the roster and Luis Matos' hot start. Plus, Alex and Cole give some injury updates and analyze what this means for future call-ups.(1:45) Giants sweep Dodgers in Los Angeles(7:51) Junis on the crazy extra-inning play on Friday(18:07) Matos continues to shine for Giants(28:37) Kuip on the Giants sweeping their road trip(34:21) Kuip on Matos' impressive play(42:14) Updating Giants injuries
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Jun 15, 2023 • 44min

Matos debuts following Haniger injury, Giants sweep Cardinals and Dodgers series preview

Fresh off a sweep of the Cardinals, Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down Luis Matos' exciting MLB debut, the unfortunate injuries to Mitch Haniger and J.D. Davis, and what to make of Casey Schmitt's bat going cold. Plus, the guys look ahead to the Giants' upcoming NL West showdown with the Los Angeles Dodgers.(1:28) Mitch Haniger's unlucky forearm injury reminiscent of Brandon Belt(8:55) Giants have good thing going with solid mix of rookies and veterans(12:15) What to expect from Luis Matos after making MLB debut(26:35) What to make of Casey Schmitt's cold streak at the plate(35:48) Preview of Giants-Dodgers series
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Jun 13, 2023 • 41min

Kapler on success of Giants' rookies, Crawford achieves pitching dream, and Matos mashing in MiLB

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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Jun 8, 2023 • 33min

Kyle Harrison on his development this season, Schmitt and Bailey’s instant big league success

Kyle Harrison joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper on this episode of Giants Talk to discuss how he has developed so far this season, the 2020 draft class' shared bond and the instant success from Patrick Bailey and Casey Schmitt. Plus, when could we see Harrison in San Francisco?(1:45) Giants continue solid play in Colorado(7:51) Can the Giants' bullpen continue its impressive stretch?(13:07) What is the ideal Giants lineup?(19:37) Players to keep an eye on in Triple-A(25:21) Harrison on his development this year(30:50) Harrison's shared bond with 2020 draft class
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Jun 5, 2023 • 36min

Giants’ All-Star candidates and impending roster decisions

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down which Giants players are the most deserving candidates to make the All-Star team, why LaMonte Wade Jr. has been the team’s best player this season and how some impending roster decisions will play out. Plus, how close are we to Kyle Harrison’s debut?(1:45) Giants drop series to Baltimore(6:51) Cobb continues to dominate on the mound(14:07) How many All-Stars will the Giants have?(22:37) Has Wade Jr. been the Giants' best player?(25:21) When will Giants get some reinforcements?(30:50) Will Manaea make another start soon?
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Jun 1, 2023 • 42min

Crawford's evolving role, Jackson's return and Bart's impending rehab assignment

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down the evolving role for Brandon Crawford, the impact Luke Jackson could have on the Giants’ bullpen and what Joey Bart’s impending rehab assignment could look like. Plus, when could Luis Matos make his big league debut?(1:19) Giants drop final two games to Pirates(6:31) Evaluating Crawford’s evolving role(11:07) Will Jackson make an impact in the bullpen?(20:37) When will Bart start his rehab?(25:21) Remembering some former Giants(31:50) Analyzing the Giants minor league

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