Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss how Giants pitcher Carlos Rodón got snubbed from the All-Star roster, whether Clayton Kershaw should actually start the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and why every Giants fan should make their way to Petco Park for a Friday night game. (1:09) Why Rodón's exclusion from the 2022 MLB All-Star Game was "egregious" (6:18) How will Dodgers fans respond to Pederson's inclusion in 2022 MLB All-Star Game (8:14) Should Kershaw start on the mound for the NL in the 2022 MLB All-Star Game? (16:50) What to make of Giants-Padres split series (27:41) Why Friday nights at Petco Park are a “must-do” for Giants’ fans (33:30) Expectations for Giants against Diamondbacks, Brewers

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Quality Assurance coach Nick Ortiz to discuss his playing career, what his role is with the Giants and shares a heartfelt story about getting hired by San Francisco. Plus, Alex and Cole break down what Joey Bart’s return means for the Giants and if David Villar can continue his solid play.(1:39) Giants avoid sweep against Diamondbacks(7:28) What does Bart’s return mean for Giants?(16:10) How can Giants fix defensive struggles?(22:01) Can Villar continue solid play?(27:48) Giants minor league update(35:42) Ortiz on his playing career(40:54) Ortiz on being hired by Kapler

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss some potential adjustments for the Giants to fix their recent struggles, what Joey Bart’s timeframe is for his stint in Triple A and how important the expanded playoffs are to San Francisco this season.(1:39) Giants swept by White Sox in San Francisco(6:28) San Francisco two games out of playoffs(13:10) What’s the main reason for the downturn?(20:01) Potential adjustments to spark turnaround(29:48) Discussing Long's successful week(32:42) What is Bart’s timeline?(40:54) Giants set to face MadBum on Monday

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss if the Giants need to change their platoon system, if Joc Pederson is playing himself into being in the lineup full time and which of the Giants’ World Series runs was his favorite. Plus, more fan questions!(1:39) Giants split series with Tigers(6:28) Do Giants need to rethink their platoon system?(10:10) Could Dabovich be called up this season?(19:01) What is the best World Series run?(24:48) Should Giants change up their bullpen?(31:42) Kuip on if he is concerned about the Giants

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' disappointing series against the Reds, what to expect from Yermin Mercedes after his promotion and which San Francisco players' performances went under the radar. Plus, Alex and Cole turn their attention to the minors and reveal which prospects fans should keep an eye on.(1:39) Giants drop series to Reds(8:28) Recapping the Pederson/Pham feud(13:10) Mercedes called up from Triple-A(18:01) Is Harrison the Giants' best prospect?(24:48) Underrated players of the week(28:10) Previewing the Giants' week ahead

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants' recent string of walk-off losses, if their faith in the bullpen has been shaken and why fans should still feel good about San Francisco’s starting pitching. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to which Giants could make the All-Star team and the much-anticipated arrival of Tommy Pham this weekend at Oracle Park.(1:39) Giants suffer three straight walk-off losses(8:28) Discussing Doval’s glove toss Tuesday night(13:10) Is Crawford the Giants’ iron man?(21:10) Which Giants will make the All-Star team?(32:48) Pham, Reds head to Oracle Park this weekend

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ continued offensive struggles, the effect those struggles have on the rest of the team and if San Francisco needs to add another reliever to the bullpen. Plus, Alex and Cole weigh in on the addition of Yermin Mercedes and take a look at the minor leagues and detail which prospects are ones to keep an eye on. (1:39) Giants claim Mercedes off waivers (8:28) Will Mercedes stay on the Giants' roster? (13:10) Do the Giants need to add another reliever? (18:10) How can Giants break out of offensive slump? (24:39) Looking at the Giants' minor leagues (28:48) Giants head to Atlanta to face the Braves

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss Brandon Crawford’s career with the Giants, if there will be another player to follow in Crawford’s footsteps and Brandon Belt’s return from injury. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss the Giants’ upcoming roster decisions and what the future holds for Luis Gonzalez (1:39) Giants take series from Royals after sweeping Dodgers(5:28) Kapler on the Giants’ inconsistent offense (11:10) What will happen to Gonzalez when Giants get healthy? (21:10) Previewing Giants-Pirates series (26:38) When will Bart play in the minors? (34:48) Kuip on Crawford’s Giants career (38:40) Kuip discusses Belt’s unique rehab

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants’ weekend sweep of the Dodgers, how the bullpen flashed its massive potential and why this could be the turning point for the season. Plus, Alex and Cole update some Giants’ injuries before celebrating the tenth anniversary of Matt Cain’s perfect game.(1:39) Giants sweep Dodgers for first time since 2016(10:28) Are the Giants a lock for the playoffs?(18:10) When will Bart be back in the majors?(26:10) Updating Junis, Belt injuries(34:38) Cain on his memorable pregame before his perfect game(37:48) Cain shares how his perfect game changed his life

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper are joined by Duane Kuiper to discuss the next steps for Joey Bart after his recent demotion, the upcoming showdown between the Giants and Dodgers and provide an update on the numerous injuries on San Francisco’s roster.(1:39) What are the next steps for Bart?(7:28) Comparing Bart’s struggles to others across MLB(17:10) Updating the Giants' numerous injuries(26:10) Kuip weighs in on Bart’s demotion(30:38) Kuip previews the upcoming Giants-Dodgers series(33:48) Kuip reminisces about Cain’s perfect game