Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by new Giants pitcher Ross Stripling to discuss his decision to join the team in free agency, how he can take his talents to new heights and the challenge of pitching in the NL West. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the chances Logan Webb signs an extension with San Francisco and when we could see Kyle Harrison in the big leagues.(1:19) Should the Giants extend Webb?(6:24) How much can the defense help the starting pitching?(12:38) Expectations for Manaea in 2023(16:37) Could Giants trade for another ace?(24:13) Stripling on taking the next step with the Giants(29:06) Stripling reveals what made him become a pitcher

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the entirety of the Carlos Correa saga, what he believes Michael Conforto and Mitch Haniger will bring to the Giants, and what positions the team still needs to address this offseason.(1:19) Should Correa consider taking less money?(6:24) How should Giants fans look at the Correa saga?(11:38) Which free-agent signing will become a fan favorite?(17:37) Kuip weighs in on the Correa saga(24:13) Kuip on his expectations for Crawford in 2023(35:35) Kuip breaks down what Conforto, Haniger will bring to the Giants

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the continued Carlos Correa saga and what comes next for the Giants, the signings of Taylor Rogers and Michael Conforto and if San Francisco could see themselves in the same position next offseason. Plus, former Giant George Kontos joins the show to discuss the process MLB players go through for physicals and how the roster feels after everything this offseason.(1:19) Mets reportedly have concerns with Correa’s physical(8:24) Could the Giants reengage with Correa?(15:38) When will the Giants share their side of the story?(21:37) Kontos on the process of MLB physicals(28:13) Kontos breaks down the Giants' offseason(35:35) Kontos details Crawford the teammate(42:06) Is Conforto a good fit in SF?(50:20) Could the Giants be in the same spot next offseason?

In a shocking turn of events, Carlos Correa will not be a member of the San Francisco Giants after agreeing to an overnight deal with the New York Mets. Giants Talk hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down this franchise-altering move and discuss where the Giants can go from here after losing out on both Correa and Aaron Judge this offseason.(1:18) Initial reactions to Correa signing with the Mets(4:38) Correa not signing with the Giants is “franchise-rocking”(10:34) Should the Giants bother making any more offseason moves after losing out on two marquee free agents?(16:15) Does Correa spurning the Giants impact their shot at signing Shohei Ohtani next offseason?(18:50) How the Giants' offseason has been a true "nightmare"(24:20) Could the Giants be vindicated if Correa truly isn't healthy?

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants agreeing to a 13-year, $350 million contract with free agent Carlos Correa, what the signing means for Brandon Crawford and if San Francisco will continue to spend money this offseason. Plus, does the Correa signing enhance the Giants-Dodgers rivalry?(1:09) Correa, Giants agree to 13-year deal(5:20) Could the Correa deal age gracefully?(12:08) Will Giants continue to spend this offseason?(17:13) What does the Correa signing mean for Crawford?(21:43) Could Luciano now change positions?(23:35) Does the Correa signing increase the Giants-Dodgers rivalry?

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants’ pursuit of Carlos Correa, his reaction to Aaron Judge returning to the Yankees and what his priorities are for the remainder of the offseason. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the reported signing of Sean Manaea and if Kyle Harrison is the answer for San Francisco's starting pitching.(1:09) Manaea reportedly agrees to contract with Giants(6:20) Will Harrison pitch in the majors next season?(12:08) Is it a must for the Giants to sign Correa?(16:13) Webb announced for Team USA in World Baseball Classic(23:43) Kuip on the Giants missing out on Judge(27:35) Kuip on the importance of signing Correa(31:06) Kuip’s offseason priorities

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the pressure on the Giants to sign free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa, the frightening lineups across the National League and which teams have won the offseason up to this point.(1:09) Giants still quiet in free-agent market(6:20) What kind of deal will Correa get?(12:38) Which team has the best lineup in the NL?(16:13) Nimmo re-signs with the Mets(20:43) Should the Giants get their hopes up for Correa?(27:35) How did Giants fare in Rule 5 draft?(32:06) Who is the winner of the offseason so far?

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the breaking news of Aaron Judge and the Yankees agreeing to a new contract, what the Giants final offer was to the AL MVP and and where San Francisco should turn its attention to in free agency.(1:09) Judge agrees to re-signs with Yankees(7:54) Was it ever realistic for Judge to sign with the Giants? (16:38) Giants agree to sign Mitch Haniger(21:13) Where do Giants turn their attention?

Giants manager Gabe Kapler joins Giants Talk to discuss the Giants’ free agency pitch, what he has done during the offseason and what the outfield could look like heading into next season.(1:09) Kapler on the Giants’ pursuit of Aaron Judge(7:54) Kapler discusses his offseason adventures(11:38) Kapler weighs the potential of the Giants' outfield(13:13) Kapler discusses the Giants’ free agency pitch

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest rumors surrounding the Giants and Aaron Judge, Barry Bonds again getting snubbed for the Hall of Fame, and what Jacob deGrom’s contract with the Rangers says about Carlos Rodón’s future in San Francisco.(1:09) Bonds falls short in latest HOF bid(7:54) Latest Judge free agency news(15:38) What does deGrom contract mean for Rodón?(22:13) Will Giants trade for former prospect Reynolds?