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Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Dec 1, 2022 • 35min

Free agent starting pitchers who would fit the Giants system

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how Aaron Judge could potentially be the "savior" of the Giants organization, the pitchers San Francisco are most likely to target in free agency and discuss whether this could be the year that Barry Bonds makes the MLB Hall of Fame.(0:52) Breaking down Yankees supposed offer for Aaron Judge(6:28) If Judge comes to the Giants, he’s coming here to be “a savior”(10:52) Why Giants’ fans shouldn’t expect Rodon to return(14:16) Which free agent pitchers will the Giants pursue?(21:43) Looking at Former Giants who are going to different teams(24:47) What would the reaction around MLB be if Bonds makes the HOF?
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Nov 28, 2022 • 40min

Are Correa, Turner the Giants' Plan B after Judge?

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss if Carlos Correa and Trea Turner are the Giants’ Plan B if they fail to sign Aaron Judge, the chances Brandon Crawford could switch positions this offseason, and the odds the Giants can sign Shohei Ohtani in 2023.(1:19) Is Correa the best available shortstop? (8:24) Could Crawford move to another position?(15:38) How much will Giants spend this offseason? (21:13) Should Oracle Park change its dimensions? (31:43) Who will hit the glove in left field?
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Nov 24, 2022 • 38min

How Giants' two-day meeting with Judge influences free agency moving forward

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the two-day meeting between Aaron Judge and the Giants, what this means for free agency moving forward and if fans should start to raise their expectations for free agency, Plus, Alex and Cole look at some other free agent targets and answer your fan questions.(1:19) Giants, Judge officially meet during free agency(8:24) Curry reportedly helping lure Judge to the Bay Area(12:38) Where would Judge play if he signs with Giants?(18:13) Potential free agent targets(23:43) Will Giants sign a free agent pitcher?(27:35) Who should Giants look to acquire via trade?
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Nov 21, 2022 • 40min

Should Giants pursue former Dodgers Bellinger, Jansen?

On this episode of Giants Talk, Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss whether the Giants should pursue former Dodgers Cody Bellinger and Kenley Jansen. Alex and Cole also break down Farhan Zaidi's success signing players from LA, what Justin Verlander could be considering in his next team, and realistic trade targets.0:45 Why rumors of Giants’ interest in Kenley Jansen ‘doesn’t make a lot of sense’ 8:15 Should Giants pursue Cody Bellinger?12:00 How much will Bellinger get on open market?14:00 Why Bellinger makes more sense than Jansen18:00 Some of Farhan’s best moves have been former-Dodgers20:20 Breaking down Giants’ recent roster moves25:30 Mets, Dodgers join race for Justin Verlander29:00 Aaron Judge on Peloton live stream after winning AL MVP34:00 Realistic trade targets for Giants (Shane Bieber, Ramon Laureano, Tony Kemp, David Bednar)
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Nov 17, 2022 • 45min

Kuip returns to discuss the pursuit of Aaron Judge, Giants’ need for a star

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to break down the Giants’ pursuit of big-name free agents like Aaron Judge and Carlos Correa, the need for a superstar in San Francisco and why he thinks Evan Longoria could still make his way back to the Bay Area after free agency.(3:19) Things remain quiet with Aaron Judge(8:24) What’s next after Joc’s return?(15:38) Who did Giants save from the Rule 5 Draft?(27:13) Kuip on the pursuit of Judge(35:43) Kuip discusses Longoria’s potential return(39:35) Kuip on the Giants’ shortstop situation
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Nov 14, 2022 • 38min

How the Pederson, Longoria decisions influence Giants’ offseason moving forward

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how the Giants' decisions on Evan Longoria and Joc Pederson influence the offseason moving forward, if a reunion with Brandon Belt is in the cards and how San Francisco should handle the free-agent shortstop market.(1:19) Judge speculation quiet as offseason begins(6:24) Is this the end for Longoria with the Giants?(10:38) Could Belt be primed to return next season?(17:13) Will Rodón be back?(21:43) Is 2023 Crawford’s final season at shortstop?(29:35) Should MLB have more international games?
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Nov 8, 2022 • 35min

Analyzing Ohtani’s availability, Verlander’s fit and importance of GM meetings

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss what Carlos Rodón opting out of his contract means for the Giants’ rotation next season, why Justin Verlander can be the answer to strengthen the top of the rotation alongside Logan Webb and if Shohei Ohtani is available this offseason. (1:19) Familiar faces win World Series with Astros (8:24) Rodón now free agent after opting out of contract(12:38) Could Verlander be a Giant next season? (17:13) Is Ohtani available this offseason? (24:43) Which Giants’ free agents will return next season? (29:35) What to watch for at GM meetings
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Nov 1, 2022 • 46min

Free-agent shortstop market, Aaron Judge and other offseason possibilities

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper turn their attention to the upcoming offseason and break down how the Giants should attack the free-agent market, who are some potential free agents that could fit well with San Francisco and what veterans could come back next season. (2:19) Which veteran Giants will return next season? (8:24) How should Giants handle shortstop market? (15:38) What’s next for Estrada? (19:13) Is 2023 Bart’s breakout year? (28:43) Who will return from the outfield? (32:35) Potential free-agent targets
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Oct 25, 2022 • 35min

Examining Judge’s free agency suitors, Bochy’s managerial comeback

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how the Giants fit into the list of potential free agency suitors for Aaron Judge, the managerial return of Bruce Bochy and share their predictions for the upcoming World Series. (1:19) Bochy named new manager of Rangers (8:24) Could Giants’ free agents head to Texas? (16:38) Who will win the Word Series? (23:39) How have new rules influenced this season? (28:43) Does Judge want to come to San Francisco?
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Oct 18, 2022 • 52min

Exclusive: One-on-one with new Giants GM Pete Putila

New Giants GM Pete Putila joins this episode of Giants Talk to discuss what he sees in San Francisco’s minor league system, the growth he has seen from the team over the last three seasons and why everything is on the table this offseason.(1:19) Padres eliminate Dodgers from playoffs(11:24) How is the new MLB playoff format?(19:00) Does the Padres' success influence the Giants?(29:39) Could Bochy make his return?(37:43) Putila on being named Giants GM(42:01) Putila details his success with player development(46:06) Putila on the Giants’ farm system

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