Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss David Villar’s stellar series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, what fans can expect from Lewis Brinson and the gamesmanship the Giants faced in Los Angeles this week. Plus, Alex and Cole look at the minor leagues and detail who potentially could make the roster next season.(1:02) Giants drop series to Dodgers in Los Angeles (7:24) Will Villar be on the Giants' 2023 roster? (12:09) Do the Giants still have a shot at a playoff spot? (19:31) Kuip on the hottest game he played in (24:19) Kuip on Villar’s performance against the Dodgers

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss some things they want to see from the Giants in September, including which prospects they want to watch up at the big-league level and why protecting Camilo Doval and Logan Webb is key to the future.(1:02) Giants sweep Phillies after Flores’ walk-off home run(7:24) Are Wade Jr., Davis Giants for the long haul?(12:09) Which prospects should be called up?(18:31) Should Giants watch the workload of Doval, Webb?(24:19) Do Giants need to prioritize their defense?(30:14) Will Rodón be back next season?(34:10) Looking at the NL wild-card race

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants' disappointing season, the areas where the team can improve the roster during the offseason and what he would do if he was the GM. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the struggles faced this season and which players might be done with their Giants’ career.(1:02) Giants swept by Padres, seemingly out of playoff contention (7:24) Do the Giants need to add a star? (13:09) Discussing Webb’s comments (19:01) Should Giants call up prospects for experience? (26:19) Who will be back next season? (34:14) Kuip on the Giants’ disappointing season (36:10) Kuip discusses why he is looking forward to the offseason

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the importance of the upcoming series against the Padres for the Giants’ playoff hopes and if the number of injuries will be too much for the team to overcome. Then, Alex and Cole switch gears to discuss the farm system and the bright future of two prospects. (1:36) Is this week make or break for the Giants? (9:24) Injury bug taking its toll on San Francisco (13:09) Looking ahead at the Giants’ schedule (18:01) Do the Giants deserve to make the playoffs? (22:19) How are the Giants’ minor leagues looking? (30:14) Will the Giants spend this offseason?

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss what the future holds for Brandon Belt, why the Giants don’t have any excuses for their struggles this season and what he looks for when the new schedule comes out. Plus, Alex and Cole break down if the Giants regret not trading Carlos Rodón and if their playoff chances are over. (1:16) Giants split series in Detroit (6:24) Is Rodón destined to opt out at season’s end? (10:09) What to make of Belt’s knee injury(21:41) Looking at the Giants 2023 schedule (30:54) Kuip on Belt’s struggles, Longoria’s future (38:51) Looking at the Giants' 2023 schedule

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Brandon Belt’s recent struggles and what it means for his Giants future, Evan Longoria’s continued solid play and why San Francisco needs to watch Camilo Doval’s usage. Plus, Marco Scutaro and Reggie Crawford join Alex for exclusive one-on-one interviews.(1:16) Giants drop series to Rockies in Denver (6:24) Will Longoria be back next season? (10:09) Can Belt turn around his recent struggles? (21:41) Scutaro on being traded to the Giants (27:54) Scutaro reveals the meaning behind his looking up moment (31:51) Crawford on progressing as a hitter and pitcher

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to break down his recent walk-off calls and the Giants' bullpen issues. Alex and Cole share initial impressions of first-round pick Reggie Crawford, the Giants' offense heating up, and Luis Gonzalez getting optioned.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how the Giants can get back into the NL Wild Card race, starting with their four-game series against the Diamondbacks. Alex sat down with Ryan Vogelsong to reflect on the 2012 World Series team, and comparing the Giants' top pitching prospect Kyle Harrison to Madison Bumgarner.1:10 Looking back on the Giants-Pirates series9:30 How can the Giants get back into the NL Wild Card race?13:30 Reaction to Fernando Tatis Jr's suspension 23:15 Highlights from the 2012 reunion32:30 Ryan Vogelsong sits down with Alex Pavlovic37:00 Vogelsong reveals number one question he gets from fans when he returns to San Francisco38:30 Vogelsong remembers reaction to seeing the Fox graphic during the 2012 World Series43:00 Vogelsong compares Kyle Harrison to Madison Bumgarner

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ path to the post season as the team makes a push for the playoff, and if that push will be hindered by the injury bug, including an update on Joey Bart. Plus, they reminisce on the 2012 season ahead of the reunion.(1:31) How does losing the series to the Padres shape the Giants' playoff chances?(3:59) Did Manny Machado’s walk-off change Giants fans’ perspective of Tyler Rodgers? Alex Pavlovic compares it to Santiago Casilla.(7:25) Alex and Cole look at the state of the Giants’ bullpen(11:05) Camilo Doval has the hardest pitch in Giants history, but does he have another level?(12:56) How should Gabe Kapler manage Camilo Doval down the stretch?(13:59) Brandon Crawford to Joey Bart was the defensive play of the year.(21:35) Is this next two weeks make or break for the Giants' playoff hopes?(23:38) Injury update: Will Joey Bart return for the weekend series? And other injuries the Giants might be dealing with down the stretch.(26:54) Minor League update: Matt Frisbee dealing in the minor leagues and other prospects to watch(28:49) Alex and Cole reminisce on the 2012 team ahead of the teams reunion

Will Clark joins Alex Pavlovic to discuss the advice he gave Joey Bart after his tough start to the season, what the future holds for the Giants with the youth movement in the farm system and how it feels to have his jersey retired by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole Kuiper discuss if the series win against the A’s is a turning point for the Giants. (1:36) Giants' bats wake up vs A’s (6:24) Will the Giants make a run for the Wild Card? (15:09) Clark on his jersey retirement (20:34) Clark details why he connected with the fans (27:12) Clark discusses his relationship with Posey (33:42) Clark on his advice for Bart (38:14) Clark describes the promise of the Giants' farm system