Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants sweep of the Colorado Rockies, Kris Bryant’s upcoming return to Chicago and the continued growth of analytics in MLB. Plus, Alex and Cole look ahead to the Giants' upcoming schedule and reveal when Giants fans should start looking at their magic number.(1:05) Giants sweep Rockies in Denver (7:32) Should Giants be pleased about their pitchers’ performances? (12:36) Which Giant do you want up to bat in a clutch spot?(18:10) Looking ahead to the Giants' trip to Chicago(22:03) What is the Giants' magic number?(27:20) Kuip discusses the Giants' success in Denver(36:39) Kuip on Bryant’s return to Chicago Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the latest series between the Giants and Dodgers, including the extra-inning game from Friday night and the Giants finally getting to Walker Buehler. Plus, Alex and Cole discuss if the Giants should continue to rest Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford while looking ahead at the upcoming schedule for San Francisco.(1:05) Giants take two from Dodgers at Oracle Park (7:32) Discussing Kapler’s managerial choices (12:36) Is the Giants' bullpen a team strength? (19:10) Does the national media favor the Dodgers? (23:03) Should Giants continue resting Posey, Crawford? (27:20) Looking ahead at the Giants’ schedule Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants' first rough stretch of the season, if Giants fans should boo visiting teams at Oracle Park and which NL teams are the toughest matchups for the Giants in the playoffs. (3:05) Giants fall into second place behind Dodgers (9:02) Discussing the Giants’ expanded roster (13:56) Weighing in on the retirement of Ron Wotus (19:40) Do Giants have an easy remaining schedule?(25:25) Kuip weighs in on if fans have the right to boo (31:50) Kuip discusses if Giants fans should boo Kershaw (36:39) Kuip reveals which team is the toughest for the Giants to face Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss the Giants dropping the series to the Braves in Atlanta, the stellar pitching of Logan Webb, and preview San Francisco’s upcoming series against the Brewers and Dodgers. Plus, what are the chances the Giants win some awards at the end of the season? (6:05) Giants drop first series in August(10:02) How important has Webb been to Giants this season? (16:56) Should fans worry about DeSclafani? (22:04) Will Kapler switch up rotation for Dodgers series? (28:34) How are MLB award winners chosen? (32:50) Do Posey or Crawford have a chance to win MVP? (39:23) Is Kapler the NL Manager of the Year? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the Giants-Mets series, which past closers Jake McGee compares to and how the Giants' success from a decade ago is affecting this season. Plus, hear from Giants manager Gabe Kapler on his process for pinch hitters and when he decides to go off plan.(2:05) Discussing the Giants-Mets series (8:02) Belt homers twice during emotional day (13:56) Kapler discusses the Giants' success with pitch hitters(18:04) Kapler reveals when he trusts his gut while making decisions (27:34) Kuip shares his thoughts on McGee’s performance this season (34:50) Kuip on how the Giants' World Series victories impacts 2021 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kris Bryant joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss coming back to the West Coast and joining the Giants, playing for manager Gabe Kapler and what his baseball future holds. Plus, Alex and Cole break down the Giants' late-game heroics against the A’s and what it means moving forward.(2:35) Giants’ late inning heroics return against A’s(8:02) How will the 2021 Giants be remembered? (13:06) Should fans be worried about Gausman? (18:04) Looking ahead at the Giants’ schedule(28:34) Bryant on his trade to the Giants (32:10) Bryant reveals how it feels being back on the West Coast (38:23) Bryant shares his thoughts on Gabe Kapler (44:30) Bryant discusses what his future holds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the re-signing of Brandon Crawford, if Buster Posey and Brandon Belt will follow suit, and the amount of players who have reached out to check on his health. (2:35) Giants re-sign Crawford to two-year deal(8:30) Should the Giants be worried about DeSclafani’s injury?(15:02) Examining the impact of the extra-inning baserunner(18:30) Could Webb become the Giants' ace?(28:34) Previewing the Giants-A’s series(32:10) Kuip weighs in on Crawford’s extension(38:23) Kuip discusses his relationship with Crawford(44:30) Kuip shares the story of visiting with Tony Watson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss the trade for Kris Bryant, what he can learn from other sports to improve the Giants moving forward and if his growing reputation in MLB circles is making his job more challenging. (2:35) How long did it take for Farhan to win over the fan base?(7:50) Farhan reveals the Giants' reaction after trading for Bryant (13:02) Farhan discusses the expectations he had for the 2021 Giants (17:30) What is Farhan’s secret to finding hidden gems? (23:34) Farhan reveals the influence of other sports has on his mindset Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duane Kuiper joins Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper to discuss his first impressions of Giants general manager Farhan Zaidi, Buster Posey’s resurgent season and challenge of calling a home run in Oracle Park. (2:35) Giants take two from Diamondbacks (8:08) Will Posey, Crawford and Belt retire as Giants? (13:52) Should Giants fans be worried about McGee? (19:10) Who will be the first right-handed batter to have a splash hit?(25:30) Is the NL West a two-team race? (31:22) Kuip on Wotus’ tenure in San Francisco (38:58) Kuip shares his first impression of Farhan (42:11) How challenging is it to call a home run in Triples Alley? (45:45) Kuip weighs in on Posey’s resurgent season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Brandon Belt’s return to the lineup, if the Giants can keep up their late game heroics and what other NL West teams the Giants should keep an eye out for. Plus, Alex and Cole examine San Francisco's recent roster moves and look ahead to the challenging decisions ahead. (1:47) Giants now 30 games over .500 (8:38) What other NL West teams should Giants keep an eye on? (13:18) Will Giants continue to capitalize on opportunities?(19:19) Belt hot is return to lineup (25:00) How will COVID-19 affect the 2021 MLB Playoffs? (29:50) What are the next moves for the Giants' roster? (35:04) Who do Giants want to play if they make the playoffs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.