Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast
Alex Pavlovic, Cole Kuiper, NBC Sports Bay Area
NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper bring you comprehensive coverage of the San Francisco Giants. Don’t miss out on in-depth analysis, breaking news coverage and exclusive interviews with Giants players, coaches and front-office personnel. Giants Talk has new episodes year-round, so subscribe now for all your San Francisco Giants needs.
Episodes
Recapping the Giants’ first base position during 2026 MLB season
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s first base position during the 2026 season and discuss MLB’s 154-game, new postseason format proposal. Cole and Alex also answer fan mailbag questions and discuss the week’s Championship Series matchups.--(0:36) Cole and Alex discuss the seven players who occupied first base during 2026 season(4:18) Recapping Rafael Devers’ season at first(12:46) Breaking down Bryce Eldridge’s season at first(24:43) Cole and Alex look ahead to Giants’ priorities at first base(29:04) What is in MLB’s latest CBA proposal?(42:08) Breaking down the Championship Series matchups(49:43) Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why Giants' catching position faces big questions; latest MLB playoff reactions
On "Giants Talk," Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic examine the state of San Francisco’s catching group after an eventful season and discuss MLB playoffs.--(3:00) - Revisiting Patrick Bailey trade(7:20) - Giants 2026 catcher position review(28:10) - Latest reactions to MLB playoffs(43:05) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What Tony Vitello learned in first season as San Francisco manager
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to the first round of the MLB postseason. Plus, Alex sits down with manager Tony Vitello.--(2:30) - Reacting to first round of MLB playoffs(15:50) - Projected arbitration numbers-Who should SF bring back?(32:00) - Fan mailbag questions(55:00) - Interview with Tony Vitello Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Buster Posey highlights San Francisco's early offseason mentality
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s end-of-season press conferences before taking a look around MLB.--(3:20) - Alex's interview with Buster Posey(18:00) - Reacting to Posey, Vitello's statements(25:45) - What kind of changes should fans expect this offseason?(32:25) - Giants injury updates:Harrison Bader(53:45) - Look around the MLB(59:00) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Breaking down the biggest disappointments from rough 2026 season
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their honest analysis following San Francisco's disappointing 65-97 2026 MLB season.--(2:30) - Initial takeaways from the end of another disappointing season(16:20) - Logan Webb wins Willie Mac award(19:20) - Tony Vitello ejected again vs. Dodgers(25:35) - Dodgers fans take over Oracle Park(41:00) - Camilo Doval returns to San Francisco(46:40) - Cole, Alex offer their top 10 disappointments from the season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Should San Francisco be alarmed over amount of pitcher injuries?
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic analyze San Francisco’s alarming number of arm injuries among its pitchers.--(2:15) - Reactions to series loss to Twins(4:25) - Bo Davidson impresses in MLB debut(10:40) - Marcelo Mayer makes Giants debut(16:00) - Should Giants be concerned with the amount of pitcher injuries?(29:10) - Looking back at the Giants' Opening Day roster(42:10) - Fan mailbag questions(1:00:00) - Giants vs. Dodgers preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What Tony Vitello must improve in second season as MLB manager
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their top takeaways after San Francisco was swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers.--(2:20) - Takeaways from Giants' sweep to Dodgers(8:20) - Tony Vitello's questionable management in Los Angeles(21:10) - Giants' injury updates, Duane Kuiper's announcement(24:50) - Should Giants explore trade options for Logan Webb?(30:30) - Jackson Flora's outing for Richmond(38:05) - Fan mailbag questions(55:00) - Fan Mike Krukow memory Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike Krukow shares favorite moments from iconic broadcasting career
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Plus, Alex interviews Mike Krukow.--(2:30) - Reacting to Giants' series win over Cardinals(3:40) - Bryce Eldridge makes history (21:00) - Rafael Devers undergoes successful surgery(29:00) - Fan mailbag questions(41:45) - Mike Krukow interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rafael Devers’ historic chase for 40 home runs ends with IL stint
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to Rafael Devers’ season-ending injury and what it means for San Francisco’s offseason.--(2:25) - Giants place Rafael Devers on season-ending IL(8:15) - More on Devers' abdomen injury - Why shut him down now?(18:15) - Logan Webb struggles again - Why does he keep pitching?(26:35) - Robbie Ray’s return to Oracle Park(38:00) - Alex’s assessment of Jackson Flora for San Jose(44:30) - Fan mailbag questions(1:01:00) - Giants at Cardinals preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How Bryce Eldridge, young Giants roster made statement by sweeping Cardinals
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series sweep over the St. Louis Cardinals at Oracle Park.--(2:20) - Giants sweep Cardinals - First reactions and takeaways(8:40) - Logan Webb bounces back(10:20) - Is there injury concern with Rafael Devers?(25:20) - Fan mailbag questions(49:50) - Giants vs. Padres preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rafael Devers continues blistering form in chase for 40 homers
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s series loss to the New York Mets and Rafael Devers' continued hot streak.--(2:20) - First reactions to underwhelming series vs. Mets(6:28) - Young Giants' pitchers show out in New York(13:40) - Christian Koss impresses vs. NYM-Can he play a role next season?(21:30) - Devers' chase for 40 home runs and 100 RBI(32:35) Can the Giants' young outfielders lock up a spot for next season?(39:40) - Jackson Flora makes pro debut for San Jose(51:25) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why shutting down Logan Webb is worth consideration amid struggles
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic recap another rough outing by San Francisco ace Logan Webb this week against the Pittsburgh Pirates.--(2:20) - Giants (unofficially) complete first sweep of season(7:50) - Did the World Baseball Classic affect Logan Webb's season?(11:50) - Turner Hill's impressive series in Pittsburgh(19:20) - Should Giants consider shutting down Logan Webb?(29:00) - Fan mailbag questions(47:30) - Fan Mike Krukow memory(48:45) - Giants at Mets preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why Drew Gilbert, Bryce Eldridge are two positives in rough season
Giants Talk hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s series split against the Arizona Diamondbacks. -- (2:20) - Initial reactions to series split vs. Diamondbacks (7:00) - Bryce Eldridge shines again - Is he the face of the franchise? (18:45) - Giants' pitching vs. Arizona (20:50) - Has Drew Gilbert locked up center field? (29:00) - Reacting to San Francisco's ejections vs. D-backs (33:10) - Fan mailbag questions (1:01:30) - Giants at Braves preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why ‘unprecedented’ collapse vs. Reds exposes major red flags
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s historic collapse in their series win over Cincinnati. -- (2:20) - Initial reactions to Giants' historic collapse on Wednesday (13:15) - Breaking down Tony Vitello's fourth career ejection (22:05) - Rafael Devers stays red-hot vs. Cincinnati (28:20) - Giants injury updates (35:00) - Is San Francisco's pithing depth in question for next season? (38:45) - Fan mailbag questions (55:00) - Giants vs. Diamondbacks preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How Tony Vitello sent ‘mixed messaging’ as Red Sox swept them
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic question San Francisco's objective for the remainder of the 2026 MLB season. -- (2:35) - First reactions to series sweep in Boston (8:15) - Breaking down Rafael Devers' return to Fenway Park (14:00) - Analyzing Tony Vitello's decison making vs. Boston (21:20) - 'Tugboat' shows more encouraging flashes vs. Red Sox (37:10) - Giants' injury updates (47:30) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rafael Devers makes long-awaited return to Fenway Park after trade
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their top storylines to watch ahead of San Francisco's series against the Boston Red Sox. -- (3:20) - Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson's encouraging MLB debut (8:40) - Adrian Houser shines again in new role (16:30) - Willy Adames reaches 200 career home runs against Cleveland (26:20) - Fan mailbag questions (44:00) - Giants at Red Sox preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why San Francisco's 2026 MLB season has become ‘hard to watch’
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to the series loss to Colorado as San Francisco reaches a new low on the season. -- (2:20) - Did Giants reach new low in series loss to Rockies? (20:55) - Why is Willy Adames not on the injured list? (27:35) - Is Marcelo Mayer nearing his Giants debut? (31:00) - Giants' farm system surges in MLB pipeline rankings (47:00) - Fan mailbag questions (1:03:00) - Giants vs. Guardians preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brandon Crawford, Joe Panik confident in Buster Posey at helm
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the series loss to Houston. Plus, Giants icons Brandon Crawford and Joe Panik catch up with Alex. -- (2:30) - Giants drop another series in disappointing fashion (6:35) - Has Tony Vitello grown as Giants manager? (9:15) - Should Giants consider shutting down Willy Adames for the season? (23:50) - Giants' injury updates (29:00) - Fan mailbag questions (45:10) - Interview with Brandon Crawford and Joe Panik Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Giants’ missed opportunities on offense leads to series loss vs. Tigers
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series loss to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, and discuss the Wall of Fame inductions of Brandon Belt, Brandon Crawford, Joe Panik, Buster Posey and Pablo Sandoval. Cole and Alex also answer fan mailbag questions and preview the Giants’ upcoming series against the Houston Astros. -- (1:05)Cole and Alex recap Giants-Tigers series (3:55)Alex feels Logan Webb is on an island with all the new faces on team (16:24)Alex discusses how Giants’ inexperience will be a bumpy road rest of season (18:31)Cole and Alex discuss Wall of Fame ceremony (28:50)Alex breaks down Giants’ injuries and roster moves for the week (39:29)Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions (54:05)Alex previews upcoming Giants-Astros series (57:31) Alex remembers Michael Wagaman Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Giants longtime broadcaster Mike Krukow to retire at end of 2026 season
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to broadcaster Mike Krukow’s retirement announcement on Thursday and share some of their fondest memories about Krukow. Cole and Alex also answer fan mailbag questions and preview San Francisco’s upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers. -- (0:37)Cole and Alex break down Mike Krukow retirement news (11:16)Alex recalls meeting Krukow for the first time (22:21)Alex and Cole discuss what’s next for Kruk and Kuip (26:15)Cole and Alex recap Giants-Rangers series (29:31)Alex breaks down the young new-look Giants (39:35)Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions (49:45)Alex previews upcoming Giants-Tigers series Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How Giants sent message, set up future with busy MLB trade deadline day
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss San Francisco's active MLB trade deadline day after they sent Luis Arráez, Robbie Ray, Heliot Ramos and three other players elsewhere for a shot at the playoffs. Alex and Cole break down how the crop of prospects San Francisco received in return could establish themselves as the franchise's future. :45 - Surprising scope of players in return 5:00 - Breaking down the individual deals 14:00 - Heliot Ramos to the Yankees 16:00 - Discussing the roster upheaval 18:00 - Is this a rebuild? 20:15 - Robbie Ray trade 24:30 - Erik Miller trade 26:30 - Tyler Mahle traded 29:15 - What to expect from the rest of the season? 32:00 - Mailbag Q 35:30 - Corresponding moves 37:00 - Other moves around the league 43:00 - Possible lockout next year? 45:00 - Harrison Bader 50:00 - Willy Adames coaching discussion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why Giants might surprise everyone before 2026 MLB trade deadline
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic preview the upcoming 2026 MLB trade deadline and detail potential options for San Francisco as it prepares to face the San Diego Padres. Plus, Alex sits down with Giants’ No. 4 overall draft pick Jackson Flora to discuss his pitching journey and expectations entering professional baseball. -- (2:45) Casey Schmitt, Trevor McDonald, Harrison Bader injury updates (22:40) Recapping takeaways from Giants’ series win vs. Brewers (24:14) Assessing Tyler Mahle’s recent performance, standouts from last series (28:30) Where Giants stand approaching 2026 MLB trade deadline (33:30) 2026 MLB trade deadline predictions (39:20) Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions (56:48) Jackson Flora 1-on-1 interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
General Manager Zack Minasian discusses Giants’ top prospects, MLB trade deadline
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series win over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday before Alex sits down with Giants general manager Zack Minasian to discuss the MLB trade deadline and break down some of San Francisco’s top prospects. -- (1:08) Giants fail to capitalize on sweep opportunity vs. Angels (4:48) Robbie Ray dominated in possibly final game as a Giant (18:38) Cole highlights play of Carson Whisenhunt and Logan Webb (32:47) Josuar Gonzalez injures leg in first game of Single-A ball (38:34) Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions (56:15) GM Zack Minasian discuss Gonzalez and Luis Hernández’s promotion to Single-A (1:02:12) Minasian addresses MLB trade rumors involving Giants players Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why Casey Schmitt, Jung Hoo Lee are MLB trade deadline candidates
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down San Francisco’s disastrous road trip and predict its MLB trade deadline sales. -- (2:30) - Giants swept by lowly Royals (6:40) - Reaction to controversial call on Wednesday (23:30) - Trevor McDonald lands on IL-who slides into rotation? (24:35) - San Francisco’s updated trade candidates (43:40) - Fan mailbag questions (51:10) - Giants vs. Angels preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sloppy play dooms Giants in series loss to Mariners
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series lost to the Seattle Mariners on Sunday before Alex and Cole breaks down T-Mobile Park’s great food scene and answer fan mailbag questions. -- (1:09) Competitive Giants lose series to Mariners due to bullpen and sloppy play (5:00) Giants have not won four straight by mid-season for first time in franchise history (9:29) Bryce Eldridge continues to impress attacking the ball (12:56) Landon Roupp pitched well during July and should be in rotation next season (14:45) Alex breaks down food scene at T-Mobile Park (26:37) Possible MLB lockout the big question for 2027 (31:39) Alex and Cole answer fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Five things to watch for in second half of San Francisco’s season
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to the All-Star break and offer their top five storylines to watch in the second half. -- (2:20) - Second half of MLB season gets underway (4:20) - Top Giants' storylines to look out for in second half (15:50) - Reacting to San Francisco's rising farm system (22:30) - Breaking down the 2026 All-Star game (38:00) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why San Francisco made the ‘obvious’ choice in taking Jackson Flora
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s MLB draft picks and review the first half of the season. -- (2:40) - Giants draft Jackson Flora - first reactions (15:10) - Assessing the rest of San Francisco’s draft (25:15) - Giants vs. Rockies recap (37:30) - Breaking down San Francisco’s awful first half of the 2026 MLB season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why San Francisco must listen to any offers this trade deadline
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss trade scenarios for San Francisco. Plus, Kylen Mills and Alex sit down with Buster Posey. -- (2:20) - Reactions to series loss to Blue Jays (8:10) - Should Giants consider moving Jung Hoo Lee? (20:40) - Logan Webb, Trevor McDonald struggle again (41:25) - Fan mailbag questions (57:10) - Buster Posey interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Logan Webb, Luis Arraez earn San Francisco’s only All-Star selections
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s All-Star selections after a brutal series loss in Denver. -- (2:14) - Reacting to San Francisco's A;;-Star picks (11:54) - Giants drop ugly series in Denver (25:54) - Spencer Bivens makes his return (32:24) - Fan mailbag questions (58:24) - Giants at Blue Jays preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Francisco's alarming rate of errors continues vs. D-backs
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their main takeaways from San Francisco’s series loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. -- (2:15) - Giants avoid sweep in ugly series in Arizona (5:50) - Tyler Mahle turns heads with Tony Vitello comments (13:30) - Giants continue alarming little-league mistakes (30:40) - Matt Chapman lands on 10-day IL (45:10) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How Heliot Ramos’ return impacts the team's outfield situation
“Giants Talk” hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper react to San Francisco’s series win over the Atlanta Braves. -- (2:18) - Giants win series over Braves as season reaches halfway point (9:48) - Rafael Devers erupts on his bobblehead night (12:38) - Robbie Ray shines in outing vs. Braves (15:38) - Logan Webb excels again - Can he make the All-Star team? (22:38) - Where does Logan Webb rank among Giants’ greats? (27:58) - How Heliot Ramos’ return shifts San Francisco’s outfield (33:10) - Mike Yastrzemski’s return to Oracle Park (32:58) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why San Francisco's 2026 season has been year of 'unforced errors’
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco's rollercoaster week. Plus, broadcaster Duane Kuiper joins the show. -- (2:30) - Initial reactions to series win over A's (8:45) - Why Giants need to showcase their trade assets (13:10) - Victor Bericoto turns heads in series win (24:00) - Revisiting the Giants' Pride Night celebration (41:05) - Duane Kuiper joins the show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Giants reach new lows after Marlins series with Rafael Devers and Tony Vitello’s exchange
"Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco getting swept by the Miami Marlins and the bizarre interaction between Rafael Devers and Tony Vitello at the end of the series. They also discuss how San Francisco can turn things around in the second-half of the season with the MLB trade deadline approaching. -- (0:00) Recapping the Marlins series (4:30) Rafael Devers and Tony Vitello’s odd exchange (15:15) How the Marlins are outperforming the Giants despite their roster looks (25:30) Tony Vitello’s handling of the Big 3 despite their struggles this season (48:30) Has this been the worst season of Giants baseball in recent memory? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Giants’ offense clicks on road but trade rumors swirl ahead of MLB All-Star break
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s offensive surge against the Atlanta Braves, providing fans a glimpse of the team’s true potential this season. The duo also address trade rumors surrounding the Giants' Big Three ahead of the MLB All-Star break. -- (00:00) Recapping the Giants’ offensive surge vs. the Braves (08:00) On the road, the Giants’ offense is who they were 'suppose' to be all season (25:00) Discussing trade rumors surrounding Devers, Adames, Chapman (35:00) Buster Posey, Giants front office should be taking calls on anyone on the roster (51:00) Realistic debuts for the Giants' international prospects Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Looking back at Rafael Devers trade after one-year anniversary
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic discuss the one-year anniversary of the Rafael Devers trade and reflect on the latest homestand. -- (2:25) - Initial reactions to series loss to Cubs (5:35) - Logan Webb delivers another special outing (10:25) - Is reaching .500 possible for the Giants this season? (22:55) - Reacting to San Francisco’s annual Pride Night (28:45) - Giants injury updates (40:05) - One year later, who won the Rafael Devers trade? (51:25) - Fan mailbag questions (1:01:25) - Giants at Braves preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why Bryce Eldridge’s historic walk-off grand slam can alter franchise's future
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to Bryce Eldridge’s first career walk-off grand slam, and what that means for San Francisco’s franchise. -- (2:25) - First reactions to Wednesday’s incredible comeback win (4:45) - Where does Bryce Eldridge go from here? (14:35) - More on Bryce Eldridge, his future in San Francisco (21:55) - Jung Hoo Lee’s 18 game hitting streak (27:55) - Logan Webb’s gem - Did Tony Vitello mismanage Giants’ ace? (35:45) - Giants’ injury updates (44:15) - Fan mailbag questions (1:01:00) - Giants vs. Cubs preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How San Francisco's bullpen once again proves to be team's weakness
“Giants Talk” hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper react to San Francisco’s 5-5 road trip and look ahead to the team’s homestand. -- (2:20) - First impressions of series win over Cubs (10:10) - Is Matt Chapman finally finding his form? (14:10) - Why Saturday’s loss exposes glaring bullpen weaknesses (26:00) - All-Star rumors: Can Jung Hoo Lee make a case for himself? (34:05) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bryce Eldridge, Jung Hoo Lee carry Giants to series split
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic share the biggest takeaways from San Francisco’s series split in Milwaukee. -- (3:15) - First impressions of series split in Milwaukee (8:25) - Can Giants’ bullpen find any consistency? (12:55) - Reacting to Kyle Harrison’s revenge game (20:20) - Logan Webb throws a gem - Can ace regain his form? (30:15) - Which Giants have a shot at an All-Star bid? (42:25) - Fan mailbag questions (56:00) - Giants at Cubs preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why San Francisco took a risk with Jonah Cox’s surprise promotion
“Giants Talk” co-hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down Jonah Cox’s surprise MLB debut after San Francisco promoted him from Double-A. -- (3:57) - Giants erupt for 19 runs on Sunday (16:32) - Bryce Eldridge finds his stride in Denver (17:12) - Giants reassign Hector Borg (26:02) - Jonah Cox gets promoted from AA Richmond (35:02) - Fan mailbag questions (43:07) - Giants at Brewers preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Francisco might face hard decisions before MLB trade deadline
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s second consecutive sweep at the hands of the Arizona Diamondbacks. -- (2:24) - Initial reaction to consecutive sweeps to Diamondbacks (6:46) - Breaking down Hector Borg's struggles this season (12:34) - Should Trevor McDonald replace Tyler Mahle in rotation? (18:04) - Bryce Eldridge's homestand against Arizona (21:34) - Why Giants may face crucial roster decisons (31:14) - Fan mailbag questions (48:19) - Giants at Rockies preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Casey Schmitt stays hot in San Francisco's series win vs. White Sox
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down San Francisco’s series against the White Sox and react to the unique atmosphere at Oracle Park. -- (2:20) - Quick look around the league - remembering former Giants (5:15) - Initial reactions to series win over White Sox (13:40) - Can Casey Schmitt be the all-star the Giants need? (18:20) - Recapping Sunday's win: Robbie Ray struggles again (21:50) - Giants injury updates: Heliot Ramos and Jung Hoo Lee (23:10) - Reacting to the tarps off at Oracle Park (30:10) - Fan mailbag questions (55:00) - Zack Minasian interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How San Francisco reached a new low in series sweep vs. D-backs
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s sweep vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks and weigh the possibility of a rebuild. -- (3:55) - Giants swept for the fourth time this season (10:45) - Why Robbie Ray's outing in Arizona is eye opening (14:05) - Tony Vitello's questionable bullpen management (24:45) - Duane Kuiper's silent call on Tuesday (31:35) - Bryce Eldridge in Arizona (36:35) - What would an actual rebuild look like? (44:00) - Fan mailbag questions (56:10) - Giants vs White Sox preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Francisco's offense erupts as Bryce Eldridge watches on bench
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s third straight series win and Bryce Eldridge’s lack of involvement. -- (4:30) - Giants win third series in a row (7:50) - Tyler Mahle struggles against A's (12:30) - Giants offense erupts in Sacramento (21:10) - Heliot Ramos lands on IL with quad injury (27:45) - Are the Giants mishandling Bryce Eldridge's development? (46:35) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why series split in Los Angeles was ‘weirdly disappointing’
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s series against the Los Angeles Dodgers and preview the next stop of the road trip. -- (5:45) - Breaking down Bryce Eldridge's series in LA (13:55) - Willy Adames' baserunning blunder (20:35) - Eric Haase lights up Dodger Stadium (27:45) - Jung Hoo Lee's inside-the-park home run (39:00) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What Webb's injury, Bailey trade and bullpen struggles mean for reeling Giants
Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to a turbulent week for San Francisco, and what lies ahead after the Patrick Bailey trade. -- (3:45) - Logan Webb lands on 15-Day IL (8:45) - Ryan Walker optioned to Sacramento (21:45) - Final reactions to the Patrick Bailey trade (27:55) - Is Giants ownership still against a rebuild? (34:55) - Which Giants have the highest trade value? (45:05) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Emergency Episode: Why Buster Posey reached ‘end of the line’ with Patrick Bailey
"Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco trading two-time Gold Glove winner Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians. -- (4:47) - Initial reactions as Patrick Bailey heads to Cleveland (11:27) - Is this trade as shocking as it seems? (15:12) - Why did Buster Posey deem this move necessary? (22:52) - What now for Giants' catchers? (26:52) - Does this move happen if the offense doesn't struggle? (37:02) - What the Giants received for Patrick Bailey (40:02) - Will San Francisco regret this deal? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why mess of a season 'can't get worse' after another series loss
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic point out the positives in San Francisco’s disappointing series loss to San Diego. -- (4:24) - Giants lose series at home to Padres (6:44) - Analyzing Trevor McDonald's strong outing (9:14) - Casey Schmitt continues to impress (17:44) - Jesús Rodríguez and the Giants' catcher dilemma (22:54) - Bryce Eldridge vs Padres (24:24) - Logan Webb disappoints again (38:34) - Fan mailbag questions (53:35) - Giants vs Pirates preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bryce Eldridge, Jesús Rodríguez promoted after brutal road trip
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s awful road trip and Buster Posey’s decision to call up Bryce Eldridge and Jesús Rodríguez. -- (4:55) - Giants call up Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez (15:25) - What to expect from Jesus Rodriguez (23:35) - Giants go 0-6 in one of worst road trips in franchise history (30:55) - Breaking down Ryan Walker's struggles (39:20) - Fan mailbag questions (55:10) - Giants vs. Padres preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brandon Belt teases potential involvement with Giants
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s tough series in Philly. Later, longtime San Francisco icon Brandon Belt joins Alex to reflect on his storied 13-year tenure with the franchise. -- (0:00) Doubleheader loss to Phillies, one of the roughest days in recent memory for the Giants fans (5:00) Is this the final attempt for Ryan Walker to assume the closer role? (16:30) Are Giants pitchers becoming too predictable with pitches? (22:00) Bright spots have been Gilbert, Schmitt, and Webb's resurgence (24:00) The Giants offense has struggled the first month of the season (39:00) Brandon Belt Interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How Landen Roupp, Jung Hoo Lee fueled San Francisco's winning homestand
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to San Francisco’s encouraging homestead as the team prepares to face the Phillies. -- (4:30) - First impressions of series win over Marlins (5:30) - Adrian Houser's struggles in Friday's loss (11:40) - Jung Hoo Lee stays red-hot (18:20) - Casey Schmitt continues impressive plate appearances (24:20) - Rafael Devers continues slow start (30:20) - Recap of Brandon Belt day at Oracle Park (44:10) - Fan mailbag questions (49:00) - Preview of Giants at Phillies (52:40) - Interview with Tony Vitello Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.